The cheapest and fastest trains from Bruges to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£175
Average price
£192
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Hamburg will cost around £192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £175.
To travel from Bruges to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 10811:118h04Bruges station19:15Hamburg Hbf£1751One-way2 changes
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 10329:117h40Bruges station16:51Hamburg Hbf£1751One-way2 changes
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · ICE 58811:117h46Bruges station18:57Hamburg Hbf£2251One-way3 changes
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 10329:117h40Bruges station16:51Hamburg Hbf£1751One-way2 changes
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · ICE 58811:117h46Bruges station18:57Hamburg Hbf£2251One-way3 changes
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 10811:118h04Bruges station19:15Hamburg Hbf£1751One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bruges to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 530 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£123 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bruges to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 | On time 7:11 Bruges station | 7h40 | 14:51 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · ICE 588 | On time 9:11 Bruges station | 7h46 | 16:57 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 108 | On time 9:11 Bruges station | 8h04 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bruges to Hamburg by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bruges to Hamburg
Trains from Bruges to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 6h 59m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 59m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Bruges to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Bruges and Hamburg from £30. 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.
SNCB
FAQs: Bruges to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges 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 Bruges and Hamburg
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
- Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station is small with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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