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Kunsthalle Hamburg
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
36
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Hamburg will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 36 trains that leave Hanover for Hamburg on Sat, Jun 20, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
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ICE 572
ICE 70
ICE 782
ICE 586
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ICE 686
ICE 886Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Hanover to Hamburg:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Hamburg costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 33m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.62 (€-19.35). The journey takes 2h 33m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4400 · ICE 920 | Delayed 4:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h48 | 5:08 AM 5:08 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14444+ 81908 | 4:44 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h41 | 7:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1686 | On time 6:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h06 | 8:37 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 778 | On time 7:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h06 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 78 | On time 8:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 888 | On time 8:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 10:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 | On time 9:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 686 | On time 9:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 11:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 76 | On time 10:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 12:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 886 | On time 10:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 12:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 774 | On time 11:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 1:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 684 | On time 11:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 1:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 | On time 12:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 2:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 882 | On time 12:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 2:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 772 | On time 1:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 682 | On time 1:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 3:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 74 | On time 2:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 880 | On time 2:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 4:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 770 | On time 3:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 680 | On time 3:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 5:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 6 | On time 4:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 6:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 788 | On time 4:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 578 | On time 5:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 588 | On time 5:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 72 | On time 6:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 8:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4446+ 81906 | 2:17 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h08 | 6:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hanover to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Elegant waterfront promenade along the Inner Alster, ideal for first-time visitors, shopping, and classic city views.
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Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Hamburg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Nordstadt is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Nordstadt 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: Werkhof Restaurant, Hashigo Sushi, Asia Imbiss Kok, Klitsche
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. ATMs are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Information desks are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof 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: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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 Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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