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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Hamburg’s premier art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for art lovers and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 1635 · ICE 208 · S1
4411 · ICE 618 · S1
4407 · ICE 1028 · S1
ICE 618 · S1+
RS30
IC 60470 · S1+
RS3
4411 · ICE 618 · S1
RE 51637 · ICE 206 · S1
IC 1637 · ICE 206 · S1
RE 51635 · ICE 208 · S1
IC 1635 · ICE 208 · S1Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m 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 Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $33 (€26) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RS30+ 81922+ S1 | 12:05 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h54 | 2:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
4419 · ICE 614 · S1 | 12:34 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h35 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RS30+ 81924+ S1 | 12:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 3h06 | 3:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RS30+ 81924+ S1 | 1:05 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h54 | 3:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RE 51731 · ICE 202 · S1 | On time 1:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 4:09 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 1731 · ICE 202 · S1 | On time 1:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 4:09 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RS30+ 81926+ S1 | 1:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 3h06 | 4:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RS30+ 81926+ S1 | 2:05 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h54 | 4:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
S1+ 81906+ RS3 | 1:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 6h04 | 7:09 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
4407 · ICE 1028 · S1 | 6:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h44 | 9:19 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RE 51635 · ICE 208 · S1 | On time 7:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 10:09 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 1635 · ICE 208 · S1 | On time 7:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 10:09 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
4411 · ICE 618 · S1 | 8:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 11:09 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
S1+ 81916+ RS30 | 8:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 3h06 | 11:59 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
S1+ 81916+ RS30 | 9:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h54 | 11:59 AM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
RE 51637 · ICE 206 · S1 | On time 9:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 12:09 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 1637 · ICE 206 · S1 | On time 9:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h34 | 12:09 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
S1+ RS30+ 81918 | 9:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 3h06 | 12:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
S1+ RS30+ 81918 | 10:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h54 | 12:59 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
4415 · ICE 616 · S1 | 10:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h44 | 1:19 PM Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 8:29 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Hamburg’s premier art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for art lovers and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
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The lively harbor-side promenade and pier area, popular for ferry views, waterfront walks, and access to port-related attractions.
A classic North German fish sandwich, usually filled with herring, salmon, or fried fish. It is one of Hamburg’s most iconic quick bites and closely tied to the port city’s maritime identity.
A traditional seafarer’s dish made from corned beef, potatoes, and beetroot, often served with herring and a fried egg. It is one of Hamburg’s best-known regional specialties.
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A well-known airport dining option with fresh market-style dishes, baked goods, and breakfast choices in a bright casual setting inside the terminal.
Prices are above average for Germany. Airport food and coffee cost more than in the city, though chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares and tip hotel staff EUR 1-2 if helpful.
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