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Kunsthalle Hamburg
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Soltau to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Soltau to Hamburg will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Soltau to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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81914Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Soltau to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$39 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Soltau to Hamburg:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Soltau to Hamburg costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.80 (€-20.30). The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 3m 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 Soltau to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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14408+ 81912 | 8:01 AM Soltau(Han) | 1h24 | 9:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14408+ 81912 | 8:06 AM Soltau (Han) Nord station | 1h19 | 9:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14410+ 81914 | 9:01 AM Soltau(Han) | 1h24 | 10:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14410+ 81914 | 9:06 AM Soltau (Han) Nord station | 1h19 | 10:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14412+ 81916 | 10:01 AM Soltau(Han) | 1h24 | 11:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14412+ 81916 | 10:06 AM Soltau (Han) Nord station | 1h19 | 11:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14414+ 81918 | 11:01 AM Soltau(Han) | 1h24 | 12:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14414+ 81918 | 11:06 AM Soltau (Han) Nord station | 1h19 | 12:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14416+ 81920 | 12:01 PM Soltau(Han) | 1h24 | 1:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14416+ 81920 | 12:06 PM Soltau (Han) Nord station | 1h19 | 1:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Soltau to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 3:08 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Soltau 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 Soltau to Hamburg trains use the Soltau(Han) to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Soltau and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Soltau(Han) 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: Cheesy Burger, La Mamma, Arena, Grillhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Soltau(Han). ATMs are available at Soltau(Han).
Ticket office support is available at Soltau(Han). Information desks are available at Soltau(Han).
Luggage storage is available at Soltau(Han). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Soltau(Han): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Soltau(Han): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Soltau(Han).
Nearby hotels include Dat greune Eck, Heidehotel Anna, Hotel Meyn.
Soltau Nord is 2 km from Soltau city centre. Public transport options include:
Soltau Nord 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: Amadeus, PANORAMA Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Soltau Nord. ATMs are available at Soltau Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Soltau Nord. Information desks are available at Soltau Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Soltau Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Soltau Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Soltau Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Soltau Nord.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Park Soltau.
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 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.
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.
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