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- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 37 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
258 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 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.
21:385h31Berlin Hbf3:09Hamburg Airport£201One-way0 changes- 20:385h31Berlin Hbf2:09Hamburg Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 4:423h07Berlin Hbf7:49Hamburg Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 3:423h07Berlin Hbf6:49Hamburg Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 2:393h10Berlin Hbf5:49Hamburg Airport£421One-way0 changes
- 4:423h07Berlin Hbf7:49Hamburg Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 3:423h07Berlin Hbf6:49Hamburg Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 2:393h10Berlin Hbf5:49Hamburg Airport£421One-way0 changes
- 19:383h11Berlin Hbf22:49Hamburg Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 21:385h31Berlin Hbf3:09Hamburg Airport£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £538.
Distance: 258 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£57 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £538 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is a coach with an average price of £20.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport costing on average £57.
A coach is £518 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport costing on average £538.
The fastest way to travel from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is by train with an average journey time of 3h 0m.
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 29m.
Flight takes on average 3h 33m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Airport including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1h 12m sooner (3h 0m by train vs 4h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with FlixTrain.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 21:38 Berlin Hbf | 5h51 | 3:29 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:42 Berlin Hbf | 7h37 | 6:19 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:52 Berlin Hbf | 7h57 | 6:49 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 2:39 Berlin Hbf | 3h10 | 5:49 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:42 Berlin Hbf | 3h07 | 6:49 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:42 Berlin Hbf | 3h07 | 7:49 Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn as well as FlixTrain, České dráhy (ČD), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB) and more offer trains services from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport
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Trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 258 km distance in 2h 10m.
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 £8
Distance 258 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 3:09 |
Last train 21:51 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 £8
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, České dráhy (ČD), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, České dráhy (ČD), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Airport from £8. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£19
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.
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.
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.
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
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£10
FlixTrain frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
České dráhy (ČD)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average České dráhy (ČD) Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest České dráhy (ČD) Price
£31
České dráhy (ČD) frequency
4 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£51
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day
Danish Railways (DSB)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Danish Railways (DSB) Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Danish Railways (DSB) Price
£65
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
1 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£116
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
2 a day
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) Price
£23
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport covers a distance of 258 km and takes approximately 2h 22m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is 258 km.
The first train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport leaves at 2:39.
The last train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport departs at 21:51.
Trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport run approximately 17 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Airport. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by FlixTrain.
To get from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the German countryside, small towns, and occasional glimpses of rivers and forests, providing a pleasant and diverse visual experience.
A day trip from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 22m. However, there are 8 trains per day, making travel between the two locations convenient. The distance is 258 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Airport
Most Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Airport trains use the Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Berlin
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · £3 · every ~6 min
U5 · 8m · £3 · every ~25 min
BusN40, 142 · 12m · £2 · every ~8 min
170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · £0.90
TramM8 · 13m · £3 · every ~12 min
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
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