Aalborg to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,EC,RE,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aalborg to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for 25 Jul

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£58

Fastest journey

5 h 56 m

Average duration

6 h 5 m

Trains per day

37

Distance

386 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aalborg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aalborg to Hamburg will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

To travel from Aalborg to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 4164 · ECE 1199 · 11189
    17:166h08
    Aalborg Vestby st
    23:24Hamburg Hbf
    £331One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 4164 · ECE 1199 · 11189
    17:255h59
    Aalborg st
    23:24Hamburg Hbf
    £331One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnR 2174 · IC 4102 · IC 5751 · 11159
    0:477h35
    Aalborg Vestby st
    8:22Hamburg Hbf
    £341One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 4102 · IC 5751 · 11159
    1:256h57
    Aalborg st
    8:22Hamburg Hbf
    £341One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICL 4066 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11291
    17:546h27
    Aalborg Vestby st
    0:21Hamburg Hbf
    £341One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Aalborg to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aalborg to Hamburg 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 1h 58m. 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 £120.

Distance: 386 km

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£270

Average Price

6h 32m

Average total duration

6h 2m

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Additional time*

6h 17m

Average total duration

5h 47m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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Live departures

Aalborg to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Aalborg to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 24 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 4156 · ECE 399 · S315:16 Aalborg Vestby st
5h46
21:02 Hamburg Altona2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4156 · ECE 399 · S315:25 Aalborg st
5h37
21:02 Hamburg Altona2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4164 · ECE 1199+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft7553717:16 Aalborg Vestby st
5h45
23:01 Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Saturday 25 July
Deutsche BahnR 2174 · IC 4102 · IC 5751 · 111590:47 Aalborg Vestby st
7h35
8:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4102 · IC 5751 · 111591:25 Aalborg st
6h57
8:22 Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4118 · ICL 50022 · ECE 393 · 111696:08 Aalborg Vestby st
7h14
13:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4118 · ICL 50022 · ECE 393
On time
6:08 Aalborg Vestby st
7h28
13:36 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4118 · ICL 50022 · ECE 393 · 111696:15 Aalborg st
7h07
13:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4118 · ICL 50022 · ECE 393
On time
6:15 Aalborg st
7h21
13:36 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4124 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 111717:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h05
14:21 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4124 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 111717:25 Aalborg st
6h56
14:21 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4128 · ICL 50030 · RJ 13465
On time
8:16 Aalborg Vestby st
6h57
15:13 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4128 · ICL 50030 · RJ 13465
On time
8:25 Aalborg st
6h48
15:13 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4132 · ICL 50034 · ECE 395
On time
9:16 Aalborg Vestby st
8h26
17:42 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4132 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 111759:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h16
16:32 Hamburg Altona4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4132 · ICL 50034 · ECE 395
On time
9:25 Aalborg st
8h17
17:42 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4132 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 111759:25 Aalborg st
7h07
16:32 Hamburg Altona4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 50943 · ECE 395
On time
10:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h26
17:42 Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 50943 · ECE 39510:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h16
17:32 Hamburg Altona5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 943 · ECE 395
On time
10:25 Aalborg st
7h17
17:42 Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 943 · ECE 39510:25 Aalborg st
6h57
17:22 Hamburg Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 943 · ECE 39510:25 Aalborg st
6h57
17:22 Hamburg Altona5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 943 · ECE 39510:25 Aalborg st
7h03
17:28 Hamburg Altona5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 50943 · ECE 395
On time
10:25 Aalborg st
7h17
17:42 Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 50943 · ECE 39510:25 Aalborg st
7h03
17:28 Hamburg Altona5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4136 · ICL 50038 · ICL 50943 · ECE 39510:25 Aalborg st
7h07
17:32 Hamburg Altona5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4140 · ICL 50042 · IC 5761 · 1117911:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h06
18:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4140 · ICL 50042 · IC 5761 · 1117911:25 Aalborg st
6h57
18:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4144 · ICL 50046 · ECE 397
On time
12:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h30
19:46 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4144 · ICL 50046 · ECE 397 · 1118112:16 Aalborg Vestby st
7h06
19:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4144 · ICL 50046 · ECE 397
On time
12:25 Aalborg st
7h21
19:46 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 4144 · ICL 50046 · ECE 397 · 1118112:25 Aalborg st
6h57
19:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 4050 · IC 5763 · 1118313:54 Aalborg Vestby st
6h28
20:22 Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 4050 · IC 5763 · 1118314:03 Aalborg st
6h19
20:22 Hamburg Hbf2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Aalborg to Hamburg

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Trains from Aalborg to Hamburg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 5h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance
386 km
Average train duration
6h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
5h 45m
First train
0:06
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Aalborg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Aalborg and Hamburg from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£28
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 39m
Cheapest Price
£106
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Aalborg to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aalborg 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Aalborg to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Aalborg to Hamburg covers a distance of 386 km and takes approximately 5h 45m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Aalborg to Hamburg is 386 km.
The first train from Aalborg to Hamburg leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Aalborg to Hamburg departs at 23:57.
Trains from Aalborg to Hamburg run approximately 13 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Aalborg to Hamburg.
To get from Aalborg to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Aalborg to Hamburg.
The train station in Aalborg that goes to Hamburg is Aalborg st, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Aalborg to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Aalborg to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Aalborg to Hamburg offers a scenic experience, passing through picturesque countryside, charming Danish towns, and views of the North Sea coastline before crossing into northern Germany.
A day trip from Aalborg to Hamburg is not feasible due to a travel duration of 5h 45m. The distance is 386 km, and the frequency is 13 per day for trains.
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Aalborg to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Aalborg and Hamburg

Most Aalborg to Hamburg trains use the Aalborg st to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Aalborg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Aalborg
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Aalborg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Aalborg to Hamburg leave from Aalborg st. The station is 1 km from Aalborg city centre at John F. Kennedys Plads 3, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark.
Aalborg stJohn F. Kennedys Plads 3, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Aalborg st from Aalborg city centre

BusSeveral lines available
TrainRegional and intercity connections

Aalborg st train station facilities and services

Aalborg st 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Mortens Kro, Restaurant Fusion

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Aalborg st. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Aalborg st. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aalborg st: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Aalborg st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aalborg st: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Comwell Hvide Hus Aalborg, Scandic Aalborg City, Hotel Jomfru Ane.

Aalborg Vestby stStrandvejen, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Aalborg Vestby st from Aalborg city centre

Train76, 75 · 2m · £1 · every ~3 min
Bus22N, 2 · 2m · £3 · every ~6 min

Aalborg Vestby st train station facilities and services

Aalborg Vestby st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Aalborg Vestby st.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Aalborg Vestby st.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aalborg Vestby st: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Aalborg Vestby st: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aalborg Vestby st.

Aalborg Lufthavn St.9400 Norresundby, DenmarkParkingDiningAccessibilityCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Aalborg Lufthavn St. from Aalborg city centre

Aalborg Lufthavn St. is 4 km from Aalborg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe, Icl, Ic · 7m · £1 · every ~3 min
Ic, Icl, Re · 10m · £1 · every ~3 min
Bus24N, 13 · 12m · £3 · every ~4 min
13, 24N · 14m · £3 · every ~4 min

Aalborg Lufthavn St. train station facilities and services

Aalborg Lufthavn St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Aalborg Lufthavn St..

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aalborg Lufthavn St.: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Aalborg Lufthavn St.: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aalborg Lufthavn St..

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