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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 1686+
83452
S3 · IC 60470
S4 · ICE 78
S4 · ICE 776
S4 · ICE 774
ICE 686+
83458
ICE 886+
83460
ICE 1686+
83452
S4 · ICE 776
S4 · ICE 774Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $225.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $303 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A train is $239 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $303 (€249).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 19m.
Flight takes on average 4h 26m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€53) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-57.50 (€-47.12). The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 51m 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 Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83490+ ICE 78 | On time 7:16 AM Hildesheim Hbf | 2h58 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
83456+ ICE 888 | On time 7:44 AM Hildesheim Hbf | 2h52 | 10:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S4 · ICE 776 | On time 8:06 AM Hildesheim Hbf | 3h08 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
83458+ ICE 686 | On time 8:44 AM Hildesheim Hbf | 2h52 | 11:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
S3 · IC 60470 | Delayed 4:43 AM Hildesheim Hbf | 3h17 | 6:00 AM 6:00 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 10:06. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 10:06 AM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Hildesheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Hildesheim Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hildesheim Hbf is 1 km from Hildesheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Hildesheim 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: Übersee, Amadeus, Stern Döner, Dorado
Wi-Fi is available at Hildesheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Stadtresidenz, Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle, 1891 Boutique Hotel, Van der Valk.
Hildesheim Ost 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: Bambus, Deseo, Amadeus, Goldmarie
Wi-Fi is available at Hildesheim Ost. ATMs are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Hildesheim Ost. Information desks are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Hildesheim Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hildesheim Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hildesheim Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Nearby hotels include Stadtresidenz, M & A City Hotel, Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle.
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 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.
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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