- Must visit
Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
10 h 27 m
Average duration
11 h 11 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
808 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Stockholm without transferring at least 2 times.
ECE 392 · R 1162+
X2 520
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070
ECE 396 · R 1094+
X2 546
ECE 1196 · R 1104+
X2 548
ECE 1198 · R 1062+
X2 538
ECE 1198 · R 1062+
X2 538
ECE 396 · R 1094+
X2 546
ECE 1196 · R 1104+
X2 548
ECE 2616 · R 1104+
X2 548
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 502 miles (808 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price Cheapest | $245 Average price | $150 Average price | $318 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Stockholm:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Stockholm costing on average $150 (€120).
A train is $99 (€80) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Stockholm costing on average $245 (€197).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 36m.
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
The journey is about 2h 17m faster (9h 36m by train vs 11h 53m by car) and roughly $173 (€139) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($145 (€117) vs $318 (€256)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SJ, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Stockholm trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 396 · R 1094+ X2 546 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Altona | 10h34 | 9:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 2606 · R 1094+ X2 546 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Altona | 10h34 | 9:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 1196 · R 1106+ X2 550 | On time 11:56 AM Hamburg Altona | 11h19 | 11:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 13466 · R 1016+ X2 526 | On time 11:19 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h16 | 11:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070 | 5:41 AM Hamburg Altona | 13h32 | 7:13 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 1198 · R 1062+ X2 538 | On time 7:10 AM Hamburg Altona | 10h27 | 5:37 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Trains from Hamburg to Stockholm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (808 km) distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 502 miles (808 km) |
Average train duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Stockholm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm trip today.
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
An open-air museum and zoo showcasing Swedish buildings, crafts, traditions, and animals. Excellent for cultural context and family visits.
The national art and design museum with strong collections of paintings, sculpture, crafts, and fashion in a refined waterfront building.
Stockholm’s medieval old town, filled with narrow lanes, colorful facades, major sights, and one of the city’s best walking atmospheres.
A lively island district known for creative shops, viewpoints, cafes, and nightlife, but also excellent daytime walks and local character.
A green island park and museum district with canals, trails, and top attractions, perfect for a full day of relaxed sightseeing.
Classic Swedish meatballs served with cream sauce, lingonberries, and potatoes. A staple of home cooking and one of Stockholm's most recognized traditional dishes.
Cured salmon with dill, sugar, and salt, often served with hovmästarsås. A hallmark of Swedish festive tables and widely enjoyed in Stockholm.
Fried herring, usually served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickled cucumber. A traditional everyday dish tied to Sweden's Baltic fish culture.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant focused on seasonal Nordic tasting menus. Minimalist, polished, and renowned for modern Swedish fine dining.
Elegant fine dining restaurant serving refined Nordic cuisine with Swedish ingredients. Sophisticated setting and one of Stockholm's best-known culinary addresses.
Historic food hall stall famed for traditional Swedish meatballs. Casual, busy, and ideal for trying classic home-style flavors in central Stockholm.
Stockholm is pricey for tourists: hotels, dining, and drinks cost more than many European capitals, though transit is efficient and helps manage daily costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxi tips are optional; cafes usually do not expect tips.
Official public transport app
Stockholm Central Station -> Sergels Torg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Stockholm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Stockholm trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Londonviadukten. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm, Londonviadukten is 2 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Stockholm, Londonviadukten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are available near the ticket offices.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Londonviadukten.
Available at Stockholm, Londonviadukten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Londonviadukten: Wheelchair accessible with elevators.
Stockholm, Kungsträdgården has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården.
Available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need