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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£50
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
1 h 47 m
Trains on 10 Oct
28
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf 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 Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sat 10 Oct, we found 28 trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf, including 28 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
FlixTrain18:182h03Berlin Hbf20:21Hamburg Hbf£211One-way0 changes- FlixTrain14:182h03Berlin Hbf16:21Hamburg Hbf£221One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain12:182h03Berlin Hbf14:21Hamburg Hbf£251One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain8:182h03Berlin Hbf10:21Hamburg Hbf£271One-way0 changes
ICE 80014:092h01Berlin Hbf16:10Hamburg Hbf£301One-way0 changes
- ICE 50419:371h47Berlin Hbf21:24Hamburg Hbf£431One-way0 changes
- ICE 6049:371h47Berlin Hbf11:24Hamburg Hbf£691One-way0 changes
- ICE 50815:371h47Berlin Hbf17:24Hamburg Hbf£371One-way0 changes
- ICE 60211:371h47Berlin Hbf13:24Hamburg Hbf£551One-way0 changes
- ICE 60013:371h47Berlin Hbf15:24Hamburg Hbf£371One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 3:09 |
Last train 21:51 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 608 | On time 5:27 Berlin Hbf | 1h58 | 7:25 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 808 | On time 6:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h02 | 8:11 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 872 | On time 6:35 Berlin Hbf | 1h49 | 8:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 606 | On time 7:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 9:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:18 Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 10:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 870 | On time 8:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 10:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 604 | On time 9:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 11:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 804 | On time 10:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 12:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 384 | On time 10:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 12:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 602 | On time 11:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 13:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 802 | On time 12:08 Berlin Hbf | 2h02 | 14:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 12:18 Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 178 | On time 12:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 14:25 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 600 | On time 13:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 15:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 800 | On time 14:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 16:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 14:18 Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 16:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 382 | On time 14:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 16:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 508 | On time 15:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 17:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1206 | On time 16:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 18:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 176 | On time 16:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 18:25 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 506 | On time 17:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h48 | 19:25 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 706 | On time 18:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 20:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 18:18 Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 20:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 174 | On time 18:34 Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 20:25 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 504 | Delayed 19:37 Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 19:30 19:30Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 90 | On time 20:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 22:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 172 | On time 20:34 Berlin Hbf | 2h08 | 22:42 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 702 | On time 22:09 Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 0:10 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
FlixTrain
metronom
Station Information for your trip from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Berlin Hbf:
Travel Information and Tickets
Station Address: Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany
Distance from Berlin city centre: 1.73 miles (2.78 km)
How to get to Berlin Hauptbahnhof:
This station is not located in the city centre, but it can be easily reached by public transport.
U-Bahn lines: U5
S-Bahn lines: S3, S5, S7, S9
Bus lines: M41, M85, 120, 123, 142, 147, 245
Tram lines: M5, M8, M10
Phone Number: +49 30 2971055
Ticket Office Hours:
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Tuesday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Wednesday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Thursday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Friday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Saturday | 7:00am - 10:00pm |
| Sunday | 8:00am - 10:00pm |
Services and Amenities in Berlin Hbf
Is the train station accessible to those with reduced mobility?
Berlin Hauptbahnhof is easily accessible for travellers with reduced mobility. There is step-free access to all platforms via escalators and lifts. The railway station has a lift that can assist an individual to move from the ground floor down to Platform 7/8. If arriving at the top level (Platforms 11-16), travellers will have to change lifts at level 0 or level -1 to get to Platform 7/8.
The Mobility Service Centre in Berlin Hbf offers information and travel assistance to passengers with reduced mobility. Station personnel should be notified by 8:00pm the day before the planned journey date and at least 48 hours in advance for international trips to prepare everything necessary.
Can I store my luggage in the station?
Yes, there are lockers available for storing luggage in this station.
Are there ATM machines?
Yes, there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Are there dining options?
Inside the train station, a traveller will come across plenty of places to drink and eat, such as Dunkin Donuts, Pizza Hut, McDonalds among other eateries.
Trains to Hamburg Hbf:
Travel Information and Tickets
Station Address: Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
Distance to Hamburg city centre: 1.6 miles (2.57 km)
How to get to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof:
This station is not located in the city centre but can be reached by public transport.
U-Bahn lines: U2, U4
S-Bahn lines: HVV S1, S31, S3, S21, S2
Bus lines: 19, 606, 5
Phone Number: +49 40 39181053
Ticket Office Hours:
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00am - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday | 6:00am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6:00am - 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 6:00am - 9:30pm |
| Friday | 6:00am - 9:30pm |
| Saturday | 8:00am - 9:00pm |
| Sunday | 8:00am - 9:00pm |
Services and Amenities in Hamburg Hbf
Is the train station accessible to those with reduced mobility?
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is easily accessible for passengers with reduced mobility via lifts and escalators. There are escalators located on Platforms 3-6, 13, and 14 while lifts are located on Platforms 1-8, 11-14.
The Mobility Service Centre in Hamburg Hbf provides assistance to travellers with reduced mobility. Station personnel should be notified by 8:00pm the day before the planned journey date and at least 48 hours in advance for international trips to prepare everything necessary.
Can I store my luggage in the station?
Yes, there are lockers available for storing luggage in this station.
Are there ATM machines?
Yes, there are ATM machines in various locations around the train station.
Are there dining options?
There are many places to buy food and drink in Hamburg Hbf including McDonalds, KFC, Subway, Starbucks, as well as other coffee bars, shops and restaurants.
FAQs: Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
Most Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
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