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Statens Museum for Kunst
Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
3
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Hamburg to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Copenhagen will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £75.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Hamburg for Copenhagen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 10 Aug the direct ferries cover the 285 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 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.
TT Line
TT Line
Finnlines
TT Line
Finnlines
TT LineOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 153 nautical miles (285 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price |
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 21:15 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 03:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 07:45 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Copenhagen ferries for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TT Line | 21:30 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 9h30 | 7:00 Port of Trelleborg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
Finnlines | 3:00 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 8h45 | 11:45 Malmö Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 10:00 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 7h45 | 17:45 Port of Trelleborg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Hamburg to Copenhagen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 153 nautical miles (285 km) distance in 7h 30m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Hamburg to Copenhagen are available to foot passengers.



Distance 153 nautical miles (285 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 7h 30m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.
National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.
Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.
Pedestrian shopping street linking major squares and historic lanes. Good for architecture, people-watching and easy access to central sights.
Former ramparts turned waterside park with paths, lawns and old fortifications. A relaxing green walk close to Christianshavn and the centre.
Large historic cemetery and park with tree-lined paths, notable graves and calm atmosphere. Popular with locals for walks in Nørrebro.
Open rye-bread sandwich topped with pickled herring, roast beef, prawns or eggs. A cornerstone of Danish lunch culture and classic Copenhagen eating.
Roast pork with crackling, served with potatoes and parsley sauce. Often cited as Denmark’s national dish and a staple of traditional home cooking.
Cold buttermilk soup with vanilla, lemon and crisp kammerjunkere biscuits. A much-loved Danish summer dessert with deep nostalgic appeal.
Refined waterfront dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and an elegant tasting-menu experience in central Copenhagen.
Historic canal-side restaurant known for classic smørrebrød, herring and schnapps in a traditional Danish setting in Nyhavn.
Popular food hall for trying Danish specialities, craft beer and modern local snacks from multiple vendors in a lively casual space.
Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.
Service is usually included. Tipping is optional; round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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