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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.


Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
10h 25m
Average duration
10h 28m
Buses per day
2
Distance
181 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. 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 $30, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Hamburg:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Hamburg costing on average $91 (€75).
A bus is $183 (€150) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Maastricht to Hamburg costing on average $234 (€192).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 27m.
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:00 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h55 | 12:55 PM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:00 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 8h07 | 1:07 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus 16244 · 18913 · 26409 · ICE 1036 | On time 6:30 AM Maastricht station | 6h08 | 12:38 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3 transfers | |
IC 28424 · 32222 · 20071 · 10119 | On time 6:59 AM Maastricht station | 5h39 | 12:38 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4 transfers | |
IC 28424 · 32222 · 20071 · ICE 204 | On time 6:59 AM Maastricht station | 6h16 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 28428 · 32226 · 20073 · ICE 614 | On time 7:59 AM Maastricht station | 6h16 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Maastricht to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Hamburg trains use the Maastricht to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Car Rental.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
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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