1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 40 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cuxhaven to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cuxhaven to Hamburg will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Cuxhaven to Hamburg, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cuxhaven to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 93 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 8m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 39m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 8m by train vs 2h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £17 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 Deutsche Bahn, Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Cuxhaven to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14514 | 12:09 Cuxhaven station | 1h47 | 13:56 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
14516 | 13:09 Cuxhaven station | 1h47 | 14:56 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
14518 | 14:09 Cuxhaven station | 1h47 | 15:56 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 5:49 Cuxhaven | 1h49 | 7:38 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:09 Cuxhaven | 1h29 | 8:38 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:09 Cuxhaven | 1h29 | 9:38 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Cuxhaven to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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 Cuxhaven 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 Cuxhaven to Hamburg trains use the Cuxhaven to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Cuxhaven and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cuxhaven is 1 km from Cuxhaven city centre. Public transport options include:
Cuxhaven 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: Zum Park, Tiedemann, Heiße Theke, Eiscafe Da Dalto
Wi-Fi is available at Cuxhaven. ATMs are available at Cuxhaven.
Ticket office support is available at Cuxhaven. Information desks are available at Cuxhaven.
Luggage storage is available at Cuxhaven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cuxhaven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cuxhaven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cuxhaven.
Nearby hotels include Hohenzollernhof, Havenhostel Cuxhaven, Stadt Cuxhaven, B&B Hotel Cuxhaven.
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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