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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
lei363
Average ticket price on Sep 19
lei401
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Herzogenrath to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Herzogenrath to Hamburg will cost around lei401 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei363.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Herzogenrath to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Herzogenrath to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei317 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei317, while a flight costs an average of lei2584.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
lei604 Average price | lei2584 Average price | lei317 Average price Cheapest | lei394 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg 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 Herzogenrath to Hamburg:
A bus is lei287 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Herzogenrath to Hamburg costing on average lei604.
A bus is lei2267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Herzogenrath to Hamburg costing on average lei2584.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 53m.
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (4h 53m by train vs 5h 36m by car). Tickets start at around lei604 compared to roughly lei394 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.
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 Herzogenrath to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 AM Herzogenrath | 5h10 | 12:32 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Herzogenrath | 5h23 | 2:15 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Herzogenrath to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei258 but you can travel from only lei174 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price lei258 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herzogenrath 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 Herzogenrath to Hamburg trains use the Herzogenrath to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Herzogenrath and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Herzogenrath 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: Berlin, Nazar-Grill, Eurode Live, Zum Seehof
Wi-Fi is available at Herzogenrath. ATMs are available at Herzogenrath.
Ticket office support is available at Herzogenrath. Information desks are available at Herzogenrath.
Luggage storage is available at Herzogenrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herzogenrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Herzogenrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herzogenrath.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eurode, Abdij Rolduc.
Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein is 1 km from Herzogenrath city centre. Public transport options include:
Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein.
ATMs are available at Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein.
Available at Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein.
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.
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