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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price
€96
Average price
€134
Fastest journey
8 h 58 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
664 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wels to Hamburg will cost around €134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €96.
It's difficult to get from Wels to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 588+
EC 1218+
S S5
EC 1218 · ICE 506
IC 544 · RJX 262 · ICE 588
EC 1218 · ICE 588
ICE 210 · ICE 788+
IC 545+
RJX19910
IC 544 · RJX 262 · ICE 588
ICE 588+
IC 544+
RJX 262 · RE3
ICE 588+
IC 544+
RJX 262+
S S5
EC 1218 · ICE 588
ICE 210 · ICE 788+
RJX19910+
IC 545Trains from Wels to Hamburg run on average 17 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 412 miles (664 km) distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 412 miles (664 km) |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Hamburg trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 544 · RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 9:46 AM Wels Hbf | 8h58 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 2 transfers | |
IC 544+ RJX 262+ ICE 588+ RE3 | 9:46 AM Wels Hbf | 9h19 | 7:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 544+ RJX 262+ ICE 588+ S S5 | 9:46 AM Wels Hbf | 9h37 | 7:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
IC 545+ RJX19910+ ICE 210+ DB S3 | 8:16 AM Wels Hbf | 9h49 | 6:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 545+ RJX19910+ ICE 210+ DB S3 | 8:16 AM Wels Hbf | 10h07 | 6:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 5 transfers | |
EC 1218 · ICE 506 | On time 9:03 AM Wels Hbf | 10h22 | 7:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1218 · ICE 588 | On time 9:03 AM Wels Hbf | 9h41 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
EC 1218+ ICE 588+ S S5 | On time 9:03 AM Wels Hbf | 10h20 | 7:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Large railway model world with intricate miniature cities, airports, and landscapes. Technically not a museum, but one of Hamburg’s top attractions.
Contemporary art museum in a former market hall, showing ambitious international exhibitions. A strong choice for modern art and photography.
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.
Lakeside quarter around the Outer Alster, popular for strolling, sailing views, and elegant residential scenery close to the city center.
A rich fish soup from the old port, made with several fish species, vegetables and broth. It reflects Hamburg’s long maritime and fishing tradition.
Pan-fried fillet of North Sea plaice, often served with bacon, potatoes and salad. A classic Northern German fish dish common in Hamburg.
A sweet yeast pastry shaped like a knot, traditionally baked in Hamburg and often enjoyed with coffee. It is a long-standing local bakery specialty.
Two-Michelin-star dining with modern, highly refined tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting near the Inner Alster.
Historic fish hall on the Elbe known for fresh seafood platters, harbour views and classic Hamburg maritime atmosphere.
Beloved traditional inn serving robust Northern German classics such as Labskaus in a cozy, old-Hamburg setting.
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 Wels 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 Wels to Hamburg trains use the Wels Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Wels and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wels Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Gasthaus zur Linde, Restaurant Loewenzahn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wels Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wels Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wels Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wels Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ploberger, Boutique Hotel Hauser, Hotel Bayrischer Hof.
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-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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