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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 05
$82
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$159
Fastest journey on Sep 05
9 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
12 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 05
4
Distance
821 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Hamburg will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 4 trains from Lausanne to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 821 km distance in an average of 12 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 19 h 24 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 Lausanne to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $96 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, while a flight costs an average of $255.
Distance: 510 miles (821 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $255 Average price | $96 Average price Cheapest | $279 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 38m Average total duration 18h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.1kg 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 Lausanne to Hamburg:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Hamburg costing on average $111 (€90).
A bus is $158 (€128) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Hamburg costing on average $255 (€206).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 16m.
Bus takes on average 18h 8m.
The journey is about 33m faster (10h 16m by train vs 10h 49m by car) and roughly $168 (€136) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($111 (€90) vs $279 (€225)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:17 AM Lausanne | 9h12 | 4:29 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Lausanne | 10h35 | 6:15 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Lausanne | 14h12 | 7:29 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Lausanne | 19h29 | 3:34 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Lausanne | 19h24 | 6:34 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Lausanne to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 510 miles (821 km) distance in 9h 12m.
Distance 510 miles (821 km) |
Average train duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 12m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Hamburg trains use the Lausanne to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
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.
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.
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