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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$259
Fastest journey
9 h 39 m
Average duration
9 h 44 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz Hbf 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 Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $259 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 19 trains that leave Linz Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 657 km distance in an average of 9 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 39 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 9 h 51 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.
RJX19972 · RE5+
ICE 888
NJ 492
EC 1216+
ICE 786
IC 642+
RJX 62+
ICE 584
IC 644+
EC 114+
ICE 782 · ICE 572
RJX19938+
EC 212+
ICE 1600+
RJ 382
RJX 60+
ICE 1004 · ICE 504
RJX19912+
ICE 118+
DB S3+
ICE 1506
RJX 62+
ICE 584
RJX19912+
ICE 118+
DB S3+
ICE 786Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 408 miles (657 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$112 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 30m Average total duration Fastest 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $112 (€92).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 0m.
Bus takes on average 13h 48m.
Tickets start at around $112 (€92) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-72.82 (€-59.60). The journey takes 10h 0m versus 8h 10m 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 Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19938+ EC 212+ ICE 880 | On time 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 4:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 19938 · EC 212 · ICE 880 | On time 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 4:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 407+ ICE 508 | 7:15 AM Linz Hbf | 10h09 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 1008 · ICE 508 | 7:30 AM Linz Hbf | 9h54 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 680 | On time 7:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h07 | 5:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260+ ICE 680 | On time 7:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 5:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 260+ ICE 1008 · ICE 508 | On time 7:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h39 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 680 | On time 7:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 5:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 1774 · BUS 91004 · ICE 788 | On time 7:50 AM Linz Hbf | 10h46 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 1218 · ICE 1508 · RJ 176 | Delayed 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 10h26 | 5:15 PM 5:15 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 1218 · ICE 506 | Delayed 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 10h51 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1218 · ICE 506 | Delayed 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 11h01 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19910+ ICE 210+ DB S3+ ICE 788 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 19910 · ICE 210 · S3 · ICE 788 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 19950 · ICE 210 · S3 · ICE 788 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 544+ RJX 262+ ICE 588 | On time 9:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h07 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 544+ RJX 262+ ICE 1006 · ICE 506 | Delayed 9:30 AM Linz Hbf | 9h55 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262+ ICE 1006 · ICE 506 | Delayed 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h40 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262+ ICE 588 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1216+ ICE 786 | On time 10:34 AM Linz Hbf | 10h02 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1216 · ICE 786 | On time 10:34 AM Linz Hbf | 10h02 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19912+ ICE 118+ DB S3+ ICE 786 | On time 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 19912 · ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786 | On time 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60+ ICE 1004 · ICE 504 | 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h39 | 9:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 60+ ICE 586 | 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | 12:34 PM Linz Hbf | 10h02 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19976+ ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 584 | 1:30 PM Linz Hbf | 10h04 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62+ ICE 584 | 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h49 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 582 · ICE 572 | 3:30 PM Linz Hbf | 10h59 | 2:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 64+ ICE 582 · ICE 572 | 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 10h44 | 2:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 492 | 8:04 PM Linz Hbf | 13h04 | 9:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 888 | 8:45 PM Linz Hbf | 13h51 | 10:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
ICE 880+ EC 212+ IC 848 | 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h06 | 4:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 848+ EC 212+ ICE 1600+ RJ 382 | 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 9h54 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (657 km) distance in 8h 23m.
Distance 408 miles (657 km) |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 23m |
First train 3:03 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz Hbf 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.

Most Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Linz Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf 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: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
Linz/Donau Wegscheid Bahnhof is 6 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
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-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.
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.
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