- 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
$79
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lutherstadt Wittenberg for Hamburg on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.






Trains from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:48 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg | 3h24 | 11:12 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:48 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg | 3h24 | 12:12 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg | 3h23 | 2:11 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lutherstadt Wittenberg 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 Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg trains use the Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg is 2 km from Lutherstadt Wittenberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Lutherstadt Wittenberg 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: MGH-Mehrgenerationenhaus, Haus des Handwerks, El Toro, King Döner & Pizzeria
Wi-Fi is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. ATMs are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Information desks are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Stadtpalais Wittenberg, Luther-Hotel Wittenberg, Hotel ACRON, Gasthaus Central.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz is 4 km from Lutherstadt Wittenberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Luthersbrunnen
Wi-Fi is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz. ATMs are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz.
Ticket office support is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz. Information desks are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz.
Luggage storage is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Labetz.
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 Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
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