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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 04
$97
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$121
Fastest journey on Sep 04
9 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
10 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 04
4
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kalmar to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalmar to Hamburg will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 4 trains from Kalmar to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 10 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 49 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 11 h 6 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 train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, while a bus costs an average of $142.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $75 Average price |
9h 31m Average total duration Fastest 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 0m Average total duration 19h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg 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 Kalmar to Hamburg:
A train is $0.11 (€0.09) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kalmar to Hamburg costing on average $75 (€61).
A train is $67 (€55) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kalmar to Hamburg costing on average $142 (€115).
A train is $77 (€63) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kalmar to Hamburg costing on average $152 (€124).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 1m.
Ferry takes on average 12h 45m.
Bus takes on average 19h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for Kalmar to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 1081 · ECE 399 | 11:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 10h01 | 9:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 1097 · IC 867 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 1:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 11h21 | 12:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
1097 Öresundstågen+ 531 X 2000+ 307 Snälltåget | 1:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 8h57 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 1105 · ECE 1199 | On time 2:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 8h56 | 10:56 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
301 Snälltåget+ 1137 Öresundstågen | 6:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 11h05 | 5:05 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 20124 · R 1025 · ECE 393 | On time 9:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 16h08 | 1:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Kalmar to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 7h 53m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 7h 53m |
First train 2:20 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalmar 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 Kalmar to Hamburg trains use the Kalmar Centralstation to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Kalmar and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
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Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
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-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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