Leuven to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$69

Average price

$105

Fastest journey

6 h 28 m

Average duration

6 h 43 m

Trains per day

Distance

470 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leuven to Hamburg will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Leuven for Hamburg on Mon, Jul 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.

01:27PM6h47

Leuven

08:14PMHamburg

$691One-way

0 transfers

09:27AM6h28

Leuven

03:55PMHamburg

$1081One-way

0 transfers

12:26PM6h48

Leuven

07:14PMHamburg

$1211One-way

0 transfers

11:26AM6h48

Leuven

06:14PMHamburg

$1211One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, flight, and bus for Leuven to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €70.

Distance: 291 miles (469 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€108 Average price	€38 Average price Cheapest	€157 Average price
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions	1.4 - 2.8kg 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

Leuven to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 7:54 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
R 3059 · IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 200	On time 8:02 AM Heverlee	7h12	3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
3059+508+15 · 200	8:02 AM Heverlee	7h12	3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
508+15 · 200	8:26 AM Leuven station	6h48	3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 200	On time 8:26 AM Leuven station	6h48	3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
3060+509+9423+928	9:02 AM Heverlee	6h49	3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
509+9423+928	9:26 AM Leuven station	6h25	3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 1533 · ICE 315 · ICE 108	On time 9:55 AM Leuven station	7h19	5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
1533+315 · 108	9:55 AM Leuven station	7h19	5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
R 3063 · IC 512 · ICE 17 · EC 8	On time 12:02 PM Heverlee	7h12	7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leuven to Hamburg

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Trains from Leuven to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.

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 $30 (€24)

Distance

291 miles (469 km)

Average train duration

5h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$54 (€43)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 39m

First train

00:33

Last train

23:16

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $30 (€24)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and SNCB from Leuven to Hamburg trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn and SNCB train tickets to Hamburg from Leuven from $36 (€29) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular 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.

Deutsche Bahn from Leuven to Hamburg train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: $36

FAQs: Trains from Leuven to Hamburg

FAQs: Travel by train from Leuven 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 Leuven to Hamburg.

Cheap train tickets from Leuven to Hamburg can start from as little as $39 (€31) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leuven to Hamburg is $109 (€88); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Leuven and Hamburg is on average 6 h 14 min for the 291 mile (469 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Leuven and Hamburg by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leuven to Hamburg leaves at 12: 33 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leuven to Hamburg leaves at 11: 36 PM.

There are 11 trains a day from Leuven to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Leuven to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn or SNCB. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Leuven and Hamburg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 36 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Leuven to Hamburg is November.

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