- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
3 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
4 h 6 m
Trains on 01 Sept
14
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarhus to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarhus to Hamburg will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Aarhus to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
IC 190 · Bus BLAA · IC 5751 · 11159
IC 448 · ECE 397
ICL 42 · IC 5761 · 11179
ICL 66 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11491
ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163
IC 432 · RJ 385
IC 416 · RJ 383
IC 464 · ECE 1199
IC 448 · ECE 397
IC 424 · ECE 393Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aarhus to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £394.
Distance: 287 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £394 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Aarhus to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 464 · ECE 1199 | On time 18:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h06 | 22:56 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 66 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11491 | 19:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h57 | 0:17 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
IC 190 · Bus BLAA · IC 5751 · 11159 | 0:55 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 7h27 | 8:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 | 5:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h01 | 10:21 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 416 · RJ 383 | On time 6:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h58 | 10:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
ICL 18 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 7:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h02 | 12:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 424 · ECE 393 | On time 8:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h18 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 9:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h01 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 432 · RJ 385 | On time 10:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3h58 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
ICL 34 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 11:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h02 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 440 · ECE 395 | On time 12:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h23 | 17:13 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 42 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 13:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h02 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 448 · ECE 397 | On time 14:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 4h11 | 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 50 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 15:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5h02 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Aarhus to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarhus 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 Aarhus to Hamburg trains use the Aarhus Hovedbanegård to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Aarhus and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aarhus Hovedbanegård 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: McDonald's, Sunset Boulevard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ritz Aarhus City, Scandic Aarhus City, Comwell Aarhus.
Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food outlets inside the station
Free Wi-Fi available across the station. ATMs are aTMs located in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus).
Available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Elevators and ramps for wheelchair access.
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 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.
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