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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 4 m
Trains on 03 Sept
32
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 32 trains from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.
FlixTrain8:384h29Cologne Hbf13:07Hamburg Hbf£211One-way0 changes
25401 · ICE 9200:565h54Cologne Hbf6:50Hamburg Hbf£241One-way1 change- IC 2349 · ICE 108021:109h32Cologne Hbf6:42Hamburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
- ICE 51420:114h04Cologne Hbf0:15Hamburg Hbf£361One-way0 changes
- ICE 6186:114h57Cologne Hbf11:08Hamburg Hbf£361One-way0 changes
- ICE 51420:114h04Cologne Hbf0:15Hamburg Hbf£361One-way0 changes
- ICE 51816:114h04Cologne Hbf20:15Hamburg Hbf£451One-way0 changes
- ICE 61014:114h04Cologne Hbf18:15Hamburg Hbf£721One-way0 changes
- ICE 6168:114h04Cologne Hbf12:15Hamburg Hbf£561One-way0 changes
- ICE 61212:114h04Cologne Hbf16:15Hamburg Hbf£721One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £361.
Distance: 357 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £361 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £42.
A coach is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £361.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 6m.
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
The journey is about 51m faster (4h 6m by train vs 4h 57m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£42 vs £61). 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 200 | Delayed 11:13 13:11Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 610 | Delayed 12:23 14:11Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 16:26 16:26Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 651 · ICE 588 | On time 14:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 18:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 108 | On time 15:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17422 · S1 · ICE 1520 | On time 15:21 Cologne Hbf | 4h29 | 19:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 518 | On time 16:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 653 · ICE 586 | On time 16:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 20:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 106 | On time 17:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 516 | On time 18:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 28 · ICE 516 | On time 18:13 Cologne Hbf | 4h02 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 655 · ICE 584 | On time 18:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 104 | On time 19:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 514 | On time 20:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2349 · 82848+ 81604 | On time 21:10 Cologne Hbf | 8h10 | 5:20 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1541 · 4400+ RS6+82008 | On time 23:22 Cologne Hbf | 7h23 | 6:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 25401 · ICE 920 | 0:56 Cologne Hbf | 5h54 | 6:50 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1028 | On time 4:05 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 8:18 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 208 | On time 5:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 9:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 853 · ICE 776 | On time 5:34 Cologne Hbf | 4h55 | 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 853 · ICE 843 · ICE 888 | On time 5:34 Cologne Hbf | 4h23 | 9:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 618 | On time 6:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h57 | 11:08 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 553 · ICE 686 | On time 6:45 Cologne Hbf | 4h12 | 10:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 206 | On time 7:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 11:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 616 | On time 8:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 12:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:38 Cologne Hbf | 4h29 | 13:07 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 555 · ICE 684 | On time 8:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 12:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 | On time 9:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 13:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 614 | On time 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 557 · ICE 682 | On time 10:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 14:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 | On time 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 15:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 612 | On time 12:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h04 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 559 · ICE 680 | On time 12:44 Cologne Hbf | 4h13 | 16:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. 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 00:09, the last at 23:59. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:59 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from £6. 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.
FlixTrain
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
Most Cologne Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln 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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
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