Celle to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Celle to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£25

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

1 h

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

1 h 3 m

Trains on 19 Sept

20

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Celle to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Celle to Hamburg will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 20 trains from Celle to Hamburg, including 15 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1080
    5:311h11
    Celle station
    6:42Hamburg Hbf
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 778
    7:281h02
    Celle station
    8:30Hamburg Hbf
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1686
    6:461h12
    Celle station
    7:58Hamburg Hbf
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 772
    13:291h00
    Celle station
    14:29Hamburg Hbf
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 774
    11:291h00
    Celle station
    12:29Hamburg Hbf
    £201One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Celle to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Celle to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 106 km

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Driving

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Celle to Hamburg is a train with an average price of £33.
The fastest way to travel from Celle to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 35m.
Yes, you can take a train between Celle and Hamburg.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 35m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £16 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 metronom, Deutsche Bahn.

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

Celle to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Celle to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 1080
Delayed
3:31 5:31Celle station
1h11
4:44 4:44Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
Saturday 19 September
metronom816460:08 Celle station
2h12
2:20 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn82848+metronom816001:06 Celle station
2h14
3:20 Hamburg Hbf1 change
metronom828564:18 Celle station
1h47
6:05 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1686
On time
6:46 Celle station
1h12
7:58 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 778
Delayed
5:41 7:28Celle station
1h02
6:41 6:41Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
metronom828648:08 Celle station
1h57
10:05 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 78+metronom82864
Delayed
6:57 8:08Celle station
1h30
9:38 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 776
On time
9:29 Celle station
1h00
10:29 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
metronom828669:40 Celle station
1h48
11:28 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 76+metronom82868
Delayed
8:57 10:08Celle station
1h21
11:29 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
metronom8286810:08 Celle station
1h57
12:05 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 76+metronom82868
Delayed
8:57 10:08Celle station
1h30
11:38 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
metronom8287010:40 Celle station
1h46
12:26 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 774
On time
11:29 Celle station
1h00
12:29 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
metronom8287411:40 Celle station
1h36
13:16 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
metronom8287212:08 Celle station
1h57
14:05 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8+metronom82872
Delayed
10:48 12:08Celle station
1h21
13:29 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
metronom8287812:40 Celle station
1h46
14:26 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 772
Delayed
11:39 13:29Celle station
1h00
12:40 12:40Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Celle to Hamburg trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as metronom or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Celle to Hamburg.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Celle to Hamburg.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of metronom or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Celle to Hamburg.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of metronom or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Celle to Hamburg.

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Celle to Hamburg

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Disadvantages
IconEverything went smoothly
The train service was mostly on time, with only minor delays of a few minutes. The ticket price was reasonable, but slightly improved facilities or additional service could optimise the price-performance ratio. Overall cleanliness was satisfactory. Seats and carriages were cleaned regularly. The wifi on board was mostly stable, but there were problems with the connection in some sections of the route. The toilet facilities were mostly clean and well equipped. However, there was a bit of a queue in front of the toilets at peak times. Overall, I found this train connection to be very pleasant and would be happy to recommend it to others.
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IconNice staff
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Disadvantages
IconDirty toilet
The wifi worked perfectly on the train and the sockets also fulfilled their purpose. The train was not particularly full and there were plenty of seats. The seats were comfortable and the journey was quiet. The staff were very friendly. Unfortunately, some of the toilets were dirty, but there were alternative facilities. The journey took 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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IconFriendly staff
Disadvantages
IconEverything was fine
My train connection was surprisingly punctual, which made me very happy. The train was accessible, there were lifts and wide doors for wheelchair users. The train was clean and bright, the seats were clean and very comfortable. The cleanliness in the toilet was okay, but there was a lack of soap. The staff were very friendly and were able to help me. My conclusion: a punctual train connection that was very clean and pleasant.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Celle to Hamburg

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Trains from Celle to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 59m.

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
Distance
106 km
Average train duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
59m
First train
0:12
Last train
23:52
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Celle to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Celle and Hamburg from £9. 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
1h 0m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£9
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average metronom Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest metronom Price
£26
metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£31
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
8 a day

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  • Must visit

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.

  • Recommended

Deichtorhallen Hamburg

Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.

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Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg

Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Celle to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Celle 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Celle to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from Celle to Hamburg covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 59m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Celle to Hamburg is 106 km.
The first train from Celle to Hamburg leaves at 0:12.
The last train from Celle to Hamburg departs at 23:52.
Trains from Celle to Hamburg run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Celle to Hamburg.
Yes, there is a direct train between Celle and Hamburg. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by metronom, Deutsche Bahn.
To travel from Celle to Hamburg, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Celle to Hamburg.
The train station in Celle that goes to Hamburg is Celle station, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Celle to Hamburg is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Celle to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Celle to Hamburg offers a scenic view with stretches of picturesque countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the River Elbe, providing a pleasant and visually appealing experience.
Yes, a day trip from Celle to Hamburg is feasible, with a journey duration of 59m and a distance of 106 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Celle to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Celle and Hamburg

Most Celle to Hamburg trains use the Celle to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Celle and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Celle
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Celle station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Celle to Hamburg leave from Celle. The station is 1 km from Celle city centre at Celle Pbf, Bahnhofsplatz 6, 29221 Celle.
CelleCelle Pbf, Bahnhofsplatz 6, 29221 CelleWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Celle from Celle city centre

Celle is 1 km from Celle city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus900, 800, 300, 100, 9 · 4m · every ~7 min
13, 12, 100, 900, 300, 800, 200, 5 · 5m · every ~7 min

Celle train station facilities and services

Celle 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: Zimmermann, Cafe Frau Amboss, Döner Treff, Cappuccino-Bar

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Celle. ATMs are available at Celle.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Celle. Information desks are available at Celle.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Celle. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Celle: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Celle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Celle.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hesse Hotel, Althoff Hotel Fürstenhof Celle.

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