The cheapest and fastest trains from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$62
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$134
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 18
13
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 $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 40 · 33792 · S3 · ICE 6087:31 PM11h54Poznań Główny7:25 AMHamburg Hbf$621One-way3 transfers
EC 40 · 33792 · S5 · ICE 2737:31 PM10h34Poznań Główny6:05 AMHamburg Hbf$621One-way4 transfers
EC 44 · S7 · ICE 5043:31 PM5h53Poznań Główny9:24 PMHamburg Hbf$851One-way2 transfers
IC 38172 · R 80385 · 5158 · S55:31 AM6h39Poznań Główny12:10 PMHamburg Hbf$1111One-way4 transfers
EC 430 · ICE 20743:19 AM6h52Poznań Główny10:11 AMHamburg Hbf$1221One-way1 transfer
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 80010:31 AM5h39Poznań Główny4:10 PMHamburg Hbf$1791One-way2 transfers
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 50811:31 AM5h53Poznań Główny5:24 PMHamburg Hbf$1831One-way2 transfers
EC 44 · S5 · ICE 5043:31 PM5h53Poznań Główny9:24 PMHamburg Hbf$1601One-way2 transfers
EC 246 · S5 · ICE 6009:31 AM5h53Poznań Główny3:24 PMHamburg Hbf$1791One-way2 transfers
EC 44 · S7 · ICE 5043:31 PM5h53Poznań Główny9:24 PMHamburg Hbf$851One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a flight costs an average of $483.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $483 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 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 $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $132 (€108).
A bus is $404 (€331) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $483 (€395).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Bus takes on average 8h 4m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€108) compared to roughly $117 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.45 (€-12.65). The journey takes 5h 41m 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.
Live departures
Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 430 · 4353 · ICE 606 | Delayed 1:19 AM 3:19 AMPoznań Główny | 6h05 | 7:31 AM 7:31 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 430 · ICE 2074 | Delayed 1:19 AM 3:19 AMPoznań Główny | 6h52 | 10:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 430 · 4353 · ICE 606 | Delayed 1:19 AM 3:23 AMPoznań Główny | 6h01 | 7:31 AM 7:31 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 430 · ICE 2074 | Delayed 1:19 AM 3:23 AMPoznań Główny | 6h46 | 8:11 AM 8:11 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 38172 · R 80385 · 5158 · S5 | On time 5:28 AM Poznań Główny | 6h42 | 12:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 38172 · R 80385 · 5158 · S5 | On time 5:31 AM Poznań Główny | 6h39 | 12:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 248 · S7 · ICE 602 | Delayed 7:31 AM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 11:31 AM 11:31 AMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · S5 · ICE 600 | Delayed 9:31 AM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 1:31 PM 1:31 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 230 · S5 · RJ 382 | On time 10:31 AM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508 | Delayed 11:31 AM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 3:31 PM 3:31 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | Delayed 11:31 AM 1:30 PMPoznań Główny | 5h55 | 5:32 PM 5:32 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | Delayed 1:31 PM Poznań Główny | 5h54 | 5:32 PM 5:32 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · S5 · ICE 504 | Delayed 1:31 PM 3:30 PMPoznań Główny | 5h54 | 7:33 PM 7:33 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · S7 · ICE 504 | Delayed 3:31 PM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 7:33 PM 7:33 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 44 · S5 · ICE 504 | Delayed 3:31 PM Poznań Główny | 5h53 | 7:33 PM 7:33 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 40 · 4368 · 4302 | On time 7:31 PM Poznań Główny | 11h01 | 6:32 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TLK 38106 · R 80411 · 5186 · S5 | On time 7:36 PM Poznań Główny | 11h49 | 7:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 78535 · 5150 · S5 · ICE 808 | On time 8:06 PM Poznań Główny | 12h03 | 8:09 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3830 · TLK 58112 · R 80413 · 5150 | On time 9:41 PM Poznań Główny | 10h28 | 8:09 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
EC 430 · 4353 · ICE 606 | On time 3:19 AM Poznań Główny | 6h05 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 430 · ICE 2074 | On time 3:19 AM Poznań Główny | 6h52 | 10:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 13:31. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 1:22 AM |
Last train 1:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Poznań Główny and Hamburg Hbf from $34 (€28). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf
Most Poznań Główny to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Poznan Główny to Hamburg Hbf station pair. 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.
Getting to Poznan Główny from Poznan city centre
Poznan Główny is 1 km from Poznan city centre. Public transport options include:
Poznan Główny train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Bazar 1838, Manekin Poznań
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poznan Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Poznan Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poznan Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Poznan Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poznan Główny: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Poznan Hotel, Hotel Mercure Poznan Centrum, IBB Andersia Hotel.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
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