1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£86
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
4 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
5 h 5 m
Trains on 08 Sept
6
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chemnitz to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chemnitz to Hamburg will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Chemnitz to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 682
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 1602 · RJ 178
74009 · RJ 178
74169 · ICE 602
74169 · ICE 602
74173 · ICE 600
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 1602 · RJ 178
74009 · RJ 178
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 682Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £149.
Distance: 363 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 53m Average total duration 13h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Hamburg:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Hamburg costing on average £49.
A coach is £121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chemnitz to Hamburg costing on average £149.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 37m.
Flight takes on average 13h 53m.
The journey is about 40m faster (4h 39m by train vs 5h 19m by car) and roughly £11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£49 vs £59). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:31 Chemnitz | 9h30 | 6:01 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
74169 · ICE 602 | On time 8:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 4h53 | 13:24 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
74009 · RJ 178 | On time 9:04 Chemnitz Hbf | 5h21 | 14:25 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 682 | On time 9:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 5h26 | 14:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
74171 · IC 2048 · ICE 1602 · RJ 178 | On time 9:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 4h54 | 14:25 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
74173 · ICE 600 | On time 10:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 4h53 | 15:24 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 8h26 | 20:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Chemnitz to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 363 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 363 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:33 |
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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 Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz to Hamburg trains use the Chemnitz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Chemnitz and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz 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: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Chemnitz Süd is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Maharadscha Palast, Café Südeck, Sofra-Dürüm-Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Süd. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Süd. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Süd.
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-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.
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.
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