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Kunsthalle Hamburg
One of Germany’s major art museums, spanning medieval altarpieces to contemporary works across several buildings near the main station.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 8 trains that leave Leipzig for Hamburg on Mon, Jul 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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 · FlixTrain
ICE 604
ICE 508
IC 2440 · ICE 1600 · RJ 382
ICE 602
ICE 604
ICE 602
ICE 600
ICE 508
ICE 1206Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $222.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $484 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Leipzig to Hamburg:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Hamburg costing on average $68 (€55).
A bus is $453 (€372) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Hamburg costing on average $484 (€398).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.65 (€-3.00). The journey takes 4h 57m versus 4h 26m 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 Leipzig to Hamburg trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60409 · ICE 606 | Delayed 3:36 AM 5:36 AMLeipzig Hbf | 3h48 | 7:28 AM 7:28 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 502 · ICE 702 | Delayed 6:26 PM 8:12 PMLeipzig Hbf | 3h58 | 10:38 PM 10:38 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2448 · 14442 · 14400+ 81904 | On time 8:41 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h46 | 5:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2448 · 4440+ 81958 | On time 8:41 PM Leipzig Hbf | 9h16 | 5:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 594 · 4368 · 4302 | On time 9:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 9h22 | 6:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
16539 · RJ 478 | On time 11:08 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h56 | 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18398 · 18501 · ICE 808 | On time 11:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h40 | 8:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
ICE 604 | On time 8:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h12 | 11:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 602 | On time 10:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h12 | 1:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2048 · ICE 1602 · RJ 178 | On time 10:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h44 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 5h17 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 600 | On time 12:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h12 | 3:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2440 · ICE 1600 · RJ 382 | On time 12:41 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h43 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 508 | On time 2:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h12 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1206 | On time 2:51 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h19 | 6:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Leipzig to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Hamburg trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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 Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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