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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£169
Fastest journey
13 h 42 m
Average duration
15 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1011 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
RJ 82 · ICE 108013:5217h23Bologna Centrale7:15Hamburg Hbf£1091One-way1 change- RJ 82 · ICE 520 · 4636 · ICE 127213:5217h17Bologna Centrale7:09Hamburg Hbf£1191One-way5 changes
- RJ 88 · ICE 5867:4513h52Bologna Centrale21:37Hamburg Hbf£2181One-way1 change
- RJ 86 · ICE 5849:5213h42Bologna Centrale23:34Hamburg Hbf£2291One-way1 change
- RJ 86 · ICE 5849:5213h42Bologna Centrale23:34Hamburg Hbf£2291One-way1 change
- RJ 88 · ICE 5867:4513h52Bologna Centrale21:37Hamburg Hbf£2181One-way1 change
- RJ 82 · ICE 520 · 4636 · ICE 127213:5217h17Bologna Centrale7:09Hamburg Hbf£1191One-way5 changes
- RJ 82 · ICE 108013:5217h23Bologna Centrale7:15Hamburg Hbf£1091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 1011 km
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| RJ 88 · ICE 586 | On time 7:45 Bologna Centrale | 13h52 | 21:37 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RJ 86 · ICE 584 | On time 9:52 Bologna Centrale | 13h42 | 23:34 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RJ 82 · ICE 1080 | On time 13:52 Bologna Centrale | 17h23 | 7:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 12:52. The fastest train covers the 1011 km distance in 12h 54m.
Distance 1011 km |
Average train duration 13h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 54m |
First train 6:45 |
Last train 12:52 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Hamburg Hbf from £51. 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: Bologna Centrale to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale and Hamburg Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
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