The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£420
Average price
£420
Fastest journey
21 h 24 m
Average duration
23 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1476 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Hamburg will cost around £420 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £420.
To travel from Barcelona to Hamburg you need to make at least 3 changes.
9:2621h24Barcelona6:50Hamburg£4201One-way3 changes
16:2425h51Barcelona18:15Hamburg£4201One-way3 changes
9:2621h24Barcelona6:50Hamburg£4201One-way3 changes
16:2425h51Barcelona18:15Hamburg£4201One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a train costs an average of £420.
Distance: 1476 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£420 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £122 Average Price Cheapest |
23h 17m Average total duration 22h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 55m Average total duration 28h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.4 - 8.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:24 Barcelona | 23h51 | 16:15 Hamburg | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
![]() | 9:26 Barcelona | 21h24 | 6:50 Hamburg | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Hamburg
Trains from Barcelona to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £420 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 1476 km distance in 21h 24m.
Distance 1476 km |
Average train duration 22h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £420 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 21h 24m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:45 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Barcelona to Hamburg trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Barcelona and Hamburg from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Hamburg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
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