- Must visit
The Swedish Glass Museum
Sweden’s national museum of glass and one of Växjö’s top sights. Strong design, craft, and contemporary exhibitions in a landmark building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Växjö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Växjö will cost around NOK 790 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only NOK 595.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Växjö without transferring at least once.
RJ 384 · R 1120
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RJ 384 · R 1110 · R 1112
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Trains from Hamburg to Växjö run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at NOK 65 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (476 km) distance in 7h 4m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Växjö.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Växjö trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ECE 396 · R 1096 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h02 | 6:55 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11164 · IC 5758 · IC 850 · R 1120 | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h11 | 9:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11016+ 5728+ R 5064 · IC 854 | 12:32 PM Hamburg Altona | 10h19 | 10:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
RJ 384 · R 1112 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 7h43 | 8:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
RJ 384 · R 1120 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 8h42 | 9:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
RJ 384 · R 1110 · R 1112 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 7h43 | 8:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
11168 · IC 5760 · IC 858 · R 1136 | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h12 | 11:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 394 · R 1128 | On time 2:52 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h59 | 10:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Växjö with Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag, and Snälltåget. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, and SJ. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, and SJ. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and SJ. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Sweden’s national museum of glass and one of Växjö’s top sights. Strong design, craft, and contemporary exhibitions in a landmark building.
Regional cultural history museum covering Småland’s archaeology, folk life, and local identity. A strong introduction to the area.
Migration-focused museum with moving exhibitions on emigration, identity, and global movement. Especially relevant in this emigrant region.
Popular lakeside walking route around Växjösjön. Scenic, easy, and one of the best ways to experience the city’s outdoors.
Main city park beside Växjösjön with promenades, sculpture, and lawns. A central green space for walks and local life.
Large lake and recreation area with paths, birdlife, and open views. A favorite for jogging, walking, and relaxed sightseeing.
Isterband is a lightly sour, smoked pork sausage from Småland, often served with dill-stewed potatoes and beetroot. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Kroppkakor are potato dumplings filled with pork and onion, boiled and served with butter, cream, or lingonberries. They are a classic southern Swedish comfort dish.
Ostkaka från Småland is a baked fresh-cheese cake, denser than cheesecake, usually served warm with jam and cream. It is a signature dessert of Småland.
Well-known central brasserie with classic Swedish and European dishes, polished service, and a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Established Italian restaurant known for wood-fired pizza, pasta, and a busy, friendly setting near the city center.
Popular casual venue serving burgers, street food, and drinks in a modern, social atmosphere with broad local appeal.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses are reasonable and many daily purchases are card-friendly.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; no tip is needed at cafes.
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Växjö Centralstation -> Stortorget
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Växjö.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Växjö 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 Växjö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Växjö trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Växjö Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Växjö 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 Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
Växjö Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant PM & Vänner, Kafé de Luxe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Växjö Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Växjö Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Växjö Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Växjö, PM & Vänner Hotel, Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal.
Check train stations information for Hamburg and Växjö, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.