- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£128
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£141
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
7 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
8 h 2 m
Trains on 20 Sept
6
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleroi to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Hamburg will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
To travel from Charleroi to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 3807 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032
IC 3808 · ICE 311 · ICE 610
IC 3807 · ICE 15 · ICE 2520
Bus 70458 · IC 5710 · ICE 311 · ICE 610
IC 3809 · ICE 315 · ICE 2508
IC 3807 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032
Bus 70458 · IC 5710 · ICE 311 · ICE 610
IC 3809 · ICE 315 · ICE 651 · ICE 588
IC 3809 · ICE 315 · ICE 2508
IC 3808 · ICE 311 · ICE 610Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, while a flight costs an average of £437.
Distance: 519 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £437 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Charleroi to Hamburg:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Hamburg costing on average £126.
A coach is £369 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Hamburg costing on average £437.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Coach takes on average 10h 16m.
Tickets start at around £126 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-37.41. The journey takes 6h 51m versus 6h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:53 Charleroi | 8h39 | 19:32 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Charleroi | 8h10 | 19:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
IC 3807 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 | On time 8:53 Charleroi-Sud | 7h46 | 16:39 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
IC 3807 · ICE 15 · ICE 2520 | On time 8:53 Charleroi-Sud | 8h22 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3808 · ICE 311 · ICE 610 | On time 9:53 Charleroi-Sud | 8h22 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus 70458 · IC 5710 · ICE 311 · ICE 610 | On time 10:25 Charleroi-Sud | 7h50 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3809 · ICE 315 · ICE 2508 | On time 10:53 Charleroi-Sud | 8h22 | 19:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3809 · ICE 315 · ICE 651 · ICE 588 | On time 10:53 Charleroi-Sud | 7h51 | 18:44 Hamburg Harburg | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Charleroi to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 519 km distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:50 |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
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.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleroi 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.

Most Charleroi to Hamburg trains use the Charleroi-Sud to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Charleroi and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Charleroi-Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Manufacture Urbaine, Le Pain Quotidien
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Sud. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Sud. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Sud: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Novotel Charleroi Centre.
Lodelinsart is 2 km from Charleroi city centre. Public transport options include:
Lodelinsart has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lodelinsart.
Available at Lodelinsart: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lodelinsart.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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