- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price
zł160
Average price
zł251
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roskilde to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roskilde to Hamburg will cost around zł251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł160.
Of the 4 trains that leave Roskilde for Hamburg on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roskilde to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from zł97. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of zł97, and a flight costs an average of zł694.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
zł230 Average price | zł369 Average price | zł953 Average price | zł169 Average price Cheapest | zł373 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 39m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Roskilde to Hamburg:
A ferry is zł61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roskilde to Hamburg costing on average zł230.
A ferry is zł200 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Roskilde to Hamburg costing on average zł369.
A ferry is zł784 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roskilde to Hamburg costing on average zł953.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 21m.
Ferry takes on average 9h 3m.
Flight takes on average 12h 39m.
The journey is about 7m faster (4h 55m by train vs 5h 2m by car) and roughly zł144 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł230 vs zł373). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Roskilde to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:54 PM Roskilde | 8h28 | 7:22 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:14 AM Roskilde | 6h18 | 1:32 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Roskilde | 6h08 | 3:22 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:24 AM Roskilde | 5h23 | 2:47 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:14 AM Roskilde | 6h08 | 5:22 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Roskilde to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł133 but you can travel from only zł97 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price zł133 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Historic lakeside promenade and central square, ideal for people-watching, shopping, and views over the Inner Alster and city skyline.
Harborfront district with piers, ferries, and fish market atmosphere. A lively base for boat trips and classic views of the port.
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Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and transit are reasonable versus major Western European capitals.
Service is often included, but rounding up or tipping 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roskilde 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 Roskilde to Hamburg trains use the Roskilde St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Roskilde and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roskilde St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Flammen Roskilde, Restaurant Upstairs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roskilde St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roskilde St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roskilde St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roskilde St.: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Zleep Hotel Roskilde, Scandic Roskilde Park, Comwell Roskilde.
Trekroner st is 3 km from Roskilde city centre. Public transport options include:
Trekroner st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trekroner st.
Wi-Fi is available at Trekroner st.
Available at Trekroner st: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trekroner st.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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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