Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

$27

Average ticket price on Sep 19

$27

Fastest journey on Sep 19

3 h 49 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

3 h 49 m

Trains on Sep 19

1

Distance

294 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite 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 Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.

  • FlixTrain
    7:45 AM3h49
    Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
    11:34 AMHamburg Hbf
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $459.

Distance: 182 miles (294 km)

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Flight
Bus
Driving

$114

Average price

$459

Average price

$47

Average price

Cheapest

$65

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 21m

Average total duration

2h 21m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 54m

Average total duration

6h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf is a bus with an average price of $47.

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf:

A bus is $67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $114.

A bus is $411 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $459.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 21m.

Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 31m.

Bus takes on average 6h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Hamburg Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (3h 31m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $114 compared to roughly $65 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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FlixTrain7:45 AM Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
3h49
11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf trains with Omio?

metronom as well as Deutsche Bahn offer trains services from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
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Why book with Omio vs metronom?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for metronom, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn to find the best option for your trip from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn to find the best option for your trip from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf

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Trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 but you can travel from only $29 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 08:41. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 3h 4m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $29
Distance
182 miles (294 km)
Average train duration
3h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
$51
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
6:45 AM
Last train
8:41 AM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $29

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Hamburg Hbf from $29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$51
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average metronom Duration
5h 42m
Cheapest metronom Price
$180
metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $51, while the average price is around $114.
The train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf takes 3h 4m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 6:45 AM.
The distance by train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf is 182 miles (294 km).
The last train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 8:41 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $29.
The train journey from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque towns of Lower Saxony and the scenic Elbe River region, providing a pleasant view but not necessarily renowned for dramatic scenery.
A day trip from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 4m. However, there are 7 train services available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf.
Since both Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Hamburg Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Hamburg Hbf include Hanover, Bremen, Osnabrück, Schwerin, Kiel.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf

Most Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leipzig
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite04103 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9681055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite from Leipzig city centre

BusN3, 89 · 6m · every ~11 min
TramN17, 11, 10, 1 · 9m · every ~13 min

Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite train station facilities and services

Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Weinstock, Auerbachs Keller

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Marriott Hotel, IntercityHotel Leipzig.

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