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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$95

Fastest journey

10 h 38 m

Average duration

12 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

785 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kraków to Hamburg will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Kraków to Hamburg without transferring at least 2 times.

EC 58 · BUS40058 · ICE 704

11:57AM10h38

Kraków Główny

10:35PMHamburg Hbf

$671One-way

2 transfers

EIP 3800 · EC 40 · BUS40040 · ICE 608

01:47PM17h51

Kraków Główny

07:38AMHamburg Hbf

$671One-way

3 transfers

IC 3858+

KD 69563+

TLX 5680+

TL 76522

09:40AM11h48

Kraków Główny

09:28PMHamburg Hbf

$781One-way

4 transfers

EIP 3800 · EC 40 · BUS40040 · S 9

01:47PM16h55

Kraków Główny

06:42AMHamburg Hbf

$781One-way

5 transfers

IC 3806 · EC 46 · BUS40046 · ICE 92

08:33AM11h35

Kraków Główny

08:08PMHamburg Hbf

$1331One-way

3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Kraków to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €132.

Distance: 487 miles (785 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€70 Average price	€62 Average price Cheapest	€275 Average price
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 58m Average total duration 12h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions	2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Kraków to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17

Last updated at 10:00 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
EC 56 · BUS40056 · EC 378	On time 5:59 AM Kraków Główny	11h24	5:23 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 3806 · EC 46 · BUS40046 · ICE 92	On time 6:33 AM Kraków Główny	11h35	6:08 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
IC 3858+KD 69563+TLX 5680+TL 76522	On time 7:40 AM Kraków Główny	11h48	7:28 PM Hamburg Hbf	4 transfers
EC 58 · BUS40058 · ICE 704	On time 9:57 AM Kraków Główny	10h38	8:35 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
EIP 3800 · EC 40 · BUS40040 · S 9	11:47 AM Kraków Główny	16h55	4:42 AM Hamburg Hbf	5 transfers
EIP 3800 · EC 40 · BUS40040 · ICE 608	On time 11:47 AM Kraków Główny	17h51	5:38 AM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Kraków to Hamburg?

The best time to book your train from Kraków to Hamburg is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Kraków to Hamburg route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Kraków to Hamburg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Kraków to Hamburg.

Trains

from $63

Buses

from $60

Flights

from $208

Journey information

Overview: Train from Kraków to Hamburg

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Germany

Trains from Kraków to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

487 miles (785 km)

Average train duration

9h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€40)

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 6m

First train

00:05

Last train

23:50

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Kraków to Hamburg trains

You can travel by train to Hamburg from Kraków with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Kraków to Hamburg train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 9 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: $49

FAQs: Trains from Kraków to Hamburg

FAQs: Travel by train from Kraków to Hamburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kraków to Hamburg.

Cheap train tickets from Kraków to Hamburg can start from as little as $50 (€40) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kraków to Hamburg is $97 (€78); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Kraków to Hamburg is 9 h 26 min to travel the 487 mile (785 km) long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Kraków to Hamburg leaves at 12: 06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Kraków to Hamburg leaves at 11: 50 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Kraków to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Kraków to Hamburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Hamburg from Kraków and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 50 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Kraków to Hamburg by train is December.

You have options as you can travel to Hamburg from Kraków 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.