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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
$57
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poznań Główny 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 Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 430 · S15 · ICE 606
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504
EC 430 · 4353 · ICE 606
EC 430 · ICE 2074
EC 430 · ICE 2074
EC 230 · S15 · ICE 800
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504
EC 230 · S15 · ICE 800
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $143.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $263 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $209 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $263 (€216).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 51m.
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
Tickets start at around $121 (€99) compared to roughly $116 (€95) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.09 (€-4.17). The journey takes 5h 51m versus 5h 18m 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 Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 430 · S15 · ICE 606 | Delayed 1:22 AM 3:22 AMPoznań Główny | 6h13 | 7:45 AM 7:45 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 430 · ICE 2074 | Delayed 1:22 AM 3:22 AMPoznań Główny | 6h59 | 8:40 AM 8:40 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 430 · 4353 · ICE 606 | Delayed 1:22 AM 3:22 AMPoznań Główny | 6h13 | 7:45 AM 7:45 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
IC 38172 · R 80385 · 5158 · S5 | Delayed 5:31 AM Poznań Główny | 6h39 | 10:32 AM 10:32 AMHamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 248 · ICE 839 · ICE 602 | Delayed 7:27 AM Poznań Główny | 5h57 | 11:50 AM 11:50 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 248 · ICE 839 · ICE 602 | Delayed 7:27 AM Poznań Główny | 6h08 | 11:50 AM 11:50 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · ICE 931 · ICE 600 | Delayed 9:27 AM Poznań Główny | 5h57 | 1:50 PM 1:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · ICE 931 · ICE 600 | Delayed 9:27 AM Poznań Główny | 6h08 | 1:50 PM 1:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 230 · S15 · ICE 800 | Delayed 10:27 AM Poznań Główny | 5h43 | 2:38 PM 2:38 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 230 · S15 · ICE 800 | Delayed 10:27 AM Poznań Główny | 5h54 | 2:38 PM 2:38 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508 | Delayed 11:27 AM Poznań Główny | 5h57 | 3:50 PM 3:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508 | Delayed 11:27 AM Poznań Główny | 6h08 | 3:50 PM 3:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | Delayed 1:27 PM Poznań Główny | 5h58 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | Delayed 1:27 PM Poznań Główny | 6h08 | 5:50 PM 5:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504 | Delayed 3:27 PM Poznań Główny | 5h57 | 7:54 PM 7:54 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504 | Delayed 3:27 PM Poznań Główny | 6h12 | 7:54 PM 7:54 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504 | Delayed 3:30 PM Poznań Główny | 5h54 | 7:54 PM 7:54 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 11:27. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 11:27 AM |
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Central lake area framed by elegant buildings and promenades, one of the city's most photogenic urban landscapes.
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Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis and small café bills; hotel tips are optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poznań Główny 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 Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Poznan Główny to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Poznań Główny and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Poznan Główny is 1 km from Poznan city centre. Public transport options include:
Poznan Główny 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: Restauracja Bazar 1838, Manekin Poznań
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Poznan Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Poznan Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poznan Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poznan Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poznan Główny: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Poznan Hotel, Hotel Mercure Poznan Centrum, IBB Andersia Hotel.
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-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
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