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Von der Heydt-Museum
Leading art museum with works from the 19th century to today, especially strong in modern and postwar art in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$54
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$94
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
3 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 15
4
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Wuppertal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Wuppertal will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 4 trains from Hamburg to Wuppertal, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 519
ICE 787 · ICE 952
ICE 585 · ICE 652
ICE 785 · ICE 954
ICE 519
ICE 787 · ICE 952
ICE 785 · ICE 954
ICE 585 · ICE 652Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Wuppertal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $487.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $487 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Wuppertal:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Wuppertal costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $446 (€363) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Wuppertal costing on average $487 (€397).
Other travel options to Wuppertal take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 37m.
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (3h 37m by train vs 4h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Wuppertal trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 589 · ICE 558 | Delayed 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h43 | 2:58 PM 2:58 PMWuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2311 · 17425 | Delayed 11:18 AM 1:12 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h50 | 5:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 | On time 1:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h28 | 5:13 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 881 · ICE 858 | On time 2:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 5:41 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2821 · ICE 556 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h43 | 6:44 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 681 · ICE 556 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h43 | 6:44 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1037 · 17429 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 7:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
ICE 785 · ICE 954 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 11:41 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · ICE 652 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h43 | 12:44 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h28 | 1:13 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 787 · ICE 952 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 1:41 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Wuppertal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Wuppertal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wuppertal trip today.
Leading art museum with works from the 19th century to today, especially strong in modern and postwar art in a landmark building.
Contemporary sculpture park combining major international artworks with wooded grounds and striking exhibition spaces on a hillside.
Museum on early industrial history in the Engels family’s former house, explaining Wuppertal’s textile era and Friedrich Engels’ background.
Top urban walking route on a former railway line with bridges, tunnels, and broad views. It is one of Wuppertal’s most popular outdoor attractions.
Historic district with timber-framed houses, monastery heritage, and waterside scenery. A charming escape from the denser urban center.
Large hillside park with botanical garden, tower, lawns, and paths. A classic local place for strolling, views, and relaxing greenery.
Bergische Kaffeetafel is a traditional coffee spread with waffles, rye bread, cold cuts, rice pudding and cherries, served in the Bergisches Land region around Wuppertal.
Bergische Waffeln are crisp heart-shaped waffles, often served with hot cherries, cream or rice pudding. They are a signature regional treat in Bergisches Land.
Milchreis is creamy rice pudding often served warm with cinnamon, sugar and cherries as part of a Bergische Kaffeetafel, making it a nostalgic local comfort dish.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with modern tasting menus and polished service. A leading fine dining address in Wuppertal.
Established restaurant in the zoo district with seasonal German cuisine and a classic atmosphere. A reliable choice for regional and upscale meals.
Historic brewery pub serving hearty Bergisch and German classics in a traditional, convivial setting. Known for regional food and house beer.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Wuppertal trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wuppertal-Barmen. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Wuppertal 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-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.
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.
Wuppertal 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: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Wuppertal-Barmen is 3 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Barmen 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: TeAmore, Burger King, Haus Becker, Café Moritz
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Nearby hotels include Imperial, City Hotel, Hotel zur Krone.
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
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