The cheapest and fastest trains from Bonn to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Hamburg will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Bonn to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 555 · ICE 684
25414 · ICE 204
25416 · ICE 614
25418 · ICE 202
ICE 557 · ICE 682
ICE 555 · ICE 684
ICE 557 · ICE 682
25416 · ICE 614
25418 · ICE 202
25414 · ICE 204Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bonn to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 373 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£61 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £164 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bonn to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 555 · ICE 684 | On time 07:22 Bonn Hbf | 4h35 | 11:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
25414 · ICE 204 | On time 07:33 Bonn Hbf | 4h43 | 12:16 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
25416 · ICE 614 | On time 08:33 Bonn Hbf | 4h42 | 13:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 557 · ICE 682 | On time 09:22 Bonn Hbf | 4h35 | 13:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
25418 · ICE 202 | On time 09:33 Bonn Hbf | 4h42 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bonn to Hamburg
Trains from Bonn to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bonn to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bonn and Hamburg from £14. 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: Bonn to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn 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 Bonn and Hamburg
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Magd und Knecht
- Cafébar Macchiato
- Frittebud
- McDonald's
- Motel One
- Hotel Rheinland
- Hotel Löhndorf
- Villa Esplanade
- Monday: 06:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 12:45 - 12:00 15:45
- Sunday: 10:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:30
- House of Steaks
- Fair Cafe
- Maternus
- Mykonos
- Kaiserhof
- Hotel zum Adler
- Insel Hotel
- Hotel Eden
- Monday: 08:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Tuesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Wednesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Thursday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Friday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Cafe Wagner
- Stadt-Café
- Freundlicher Imbiss
- Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
- Garten Hotel
- Portofino
- 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: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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