The cheapest and fastest trains from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport without transferring at least once.
4:37 AM1h32Lübeck6:09 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
5:09 AM1h20Lübeck6:29 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
5:37 AM1h22Lübeck6:59 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
6:09 AM1h20Lübeck7:29 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
6:37 AM1h22Lübeck7:59 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
10:53 AM1h16Lübeck12:09 PMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$371One-way1 transfer
2:53 PM1h16Lübeck4:09 PMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$371One-way1 transfer
6:53 PM1h16Lübeck8:09 PMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$371One-way1 transfer
7:01 AM1h18Lübeck8:19 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
8:01 AM1h18Lübeck9:19 AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)$251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lübeck to Hamburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m 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 Lübeck to Hamburg Airport:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (1h 4m by train vs 1h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $12 (€10) 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.
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
Lübeck to Hamburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Hamburg Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 AM Lübeck | 1h32 | 6:09 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 6:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 6:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 7:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 7:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Lübeck | 1h18 | 8:19 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 8:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 8:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Lübeck | 1h18 | 9:19 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 9:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 9:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 10:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 10:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 11:29 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 11:59 AM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:53 AM Lübeck | 1h16 | 12:09 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:09 AM Lübeck | 1h20 | 12:29 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:37 AM Lübeck | 1h22 | 12:59 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:09 PM Lübeck | 1h20 | 1:29 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:37 PM Lübeck | 1h22 | 1:59 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:09 PM Lübeck | 1h20 | 2:29 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:37 PM Lübeck | 1h22 | 2:59 PM Hamburg Airport (flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport
Trains from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:53, the last at 08:53. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 8:53 AM |
Last train 8:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Lübeck and Hamburg Airport from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lübeck to Hamburg Airport
Most Lübeck to Hamburg Airport trains use the Lübeck Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Lübeck and Hamburg Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lübeck Hbf from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck Hbf train station facilities and services
Lübeck 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 and drink
Food options include: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Getting to Lübeck-Travemünde Strand from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand is 16 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand train station facilities and services
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand 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 and drink
Food options include: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Strandoase, Ostsee Lounge
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde, Seeschlößchen, Deutscher Kaiser.
Getting to Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen is 15 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen train station facilities and services
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen 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 and drink
Food options include: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Niederegger, Landungsbrücken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Deutscher Kaiser, Lili Marleen, Hotel Soldwisch.
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