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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 356 km
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Live departures
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 4h36 | 10:59 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 4h26 | 11:14 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 4h26 | 12:14 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 356 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 356 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 02:43 |
Last train 21:09 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Hamburg Hbf from £11. 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: Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Hamburg Hbf
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
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