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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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kumla to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $249.
Distance: 430 miles (693 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $249 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $201 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 40m Average total duration 21h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kumla to Hamburg:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kumla to Hamburg costing on average $135 (€111).
A bus is $167 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kumla to Hamburg costing on average $249 (€204).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 3m.
Bus takes on average 21h 10m.
Tickets start at around $135 (€111) compared to roughly $201 (€165) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€54). The journey takes 12h 3m versus 9h 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 Kumla to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:46 PM Kumla | 12h03 | 4:49 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kumla to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€111) but you can travel from only $82 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 430 miles (693 km) distance in 12h 3m.
Distance 430 miles (693 km) |
Average train duration 12h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€111) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 3m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 10:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kumla 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 Kumla to Hamburg trains use the Kumla, Klockarbacken to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Kumla and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kumla tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pizzeria Aramis, Restaurang Indigo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kumla tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kumla tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kumla tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kumla tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kumla tågstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Kumla Hotel, Hotell Stinsen, Kumla 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.
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