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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for astonishing detail and strong appeal for all ages.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$219
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Hamburg will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 16 trains that leave Prague for Hamburg on Sun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
rj 384
rj 178 · ICE 600
EC 458 · ICE 1500 · ICE 1706
RJ 170 · IC 2274 · ICE 606
RJ 174 · ICE 504
RJ 386
rj 386
rj 384
RJ 384
RJ 174 · ICE 504Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague 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 2h 31m. 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 $104.
Distance: 305 miles (492 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $287 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Hamburg:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Hamburg costing on average $87 (€70).
A bus is $237 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Hamburg costing on average $287 (€231).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 4m.
Bus takes on average 10h 4m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB), České dráhy (ČD), ÖBB | Railjet.
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 Prague to Hamburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 384 | 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h41 | 1:12 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 384 | On time 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h41 | 1:12 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 394 | On time 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h41 | 1:12 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 178 · ICE 600 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 4:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
rj 178 · ICE 600 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 4:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 382 · ICE 508 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 6:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
rj 382 · ICE 508 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 6:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 176 · ICE 506 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 8:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
rj 176 · ICE 506 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h40 | 8:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 174 · ICE 504 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 7h30 | 10:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
rj 174 · ICE 504 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 7h30 | 10:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
rj 386 | 4:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h40 | 11:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 386 | On time 4:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h40 | 11:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 350 · NJ 498 | On time 5:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 15h33 | 9:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 250 · ICE 273 · 4446+ 81906 | On time 5:38 PM Prague-Holešovice | 12h47 | 6:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 458 · ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h40 | 7:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 16536 | On time 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h24 | 7:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
EC 460 · EC 430 · ICE 1704 | On time 6:49 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h29 | 9:18 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Prague to Hamburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average train duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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