The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
S3 · ICE 273 · 4446+
8190623:137h12Berlin Alexanderplatz6:25Hamburg Hbf£401One-way3 changes
S3 · ICE 6085:132h18Berlin Alexanderplatz7:31Hamburg Hbf£411One-way1 change
S7 · S2 · ICE 8726:102h14Berlin Alexanderplatz8:24Hamburg Hbf£491One-way2 changes
S3 · RJ 4784:532h17Berlin Alexanderplatz7:10Hamburg Hbf£551One-way1 change
S3 · ICE 8085:532h28Berlin Alexanderplatz8:21Hamburg Hbf£551One-way1 change
S5 · RJ 38410:182h11Berlin Alexanderplatz12:29Hamburg Hbf£861One-way1 change
S5 · RJ 17812:182h13Berlin Alexanderplatz14:31Hamburg Hbf£861One-way1 change
S5 · RJ 17418:182h13Berlin Alexanderplatz20:31Hamburg Hbf£861One-way1 change
S5 · RJ 8708:182h13Berlin Alexanderplatz10:31Hamburg Hbf£761One-way1 change
S5 · RJ 38214:182h13Berlin Alexanderplatz16:31Hamburg Hbf£1091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 255 km
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£43 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:23 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h38 | 0:01 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:33 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 7h09 | 5:42 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
S3 · RJ 478 | Delayed 4:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h17 | 5:25 5:25Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 608 | Delayed 5:13 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h18 | 5:45 5:45Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 808 | Delayed 5:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 6:32 6:32Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · S2 · ICE 872 | Delayed 6:10 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h14 | 6:39 6:39Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
S7 · ICE 606 | Delayed 7:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 7:50 7:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 870 | Delayed 8:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 8:46 8:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 604 | Delayed 9:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 9:50 9:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 384 | Delayed 10:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h11 | 10:46 10:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 384 | Delayed 10:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 10:46 10:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 602 | Delayed 11:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 11:50 11:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 802 | Delayed 11:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 12:32 12:32Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 178 | Delayed 12:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 12:46 12:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 600 | Delayed 13:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 13:50 13:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 800 | Delayed 13:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 14:38 14:38Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 382 | Delayed 14:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 14:46 14:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 508 | Delayed 15:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 15:50 15:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 1206 | Delayed 15:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 16:38 16:38Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 176 | Delayed 16:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 16:46 16:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 506 | Delayed 17:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h15 | 17:50 17:50Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 706 | Delayed 17:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 18:39 18:39Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S5 · RJ 174 | Delayed 18:18 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h13 | 18:46 18:46Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S7 · ICE 504 | Delayed 19:20 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h19 | 19:54 19:54Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 90 | Delayed 19:53 Berlin Alexanderplatz | 2h28 | 20:30 20:30Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 3:15 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Berlin Alexanderplatz and Hamburg Hbf from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Alexanderplatz and Hamburg Hbf
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- 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

