- 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 01 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
4 h 19 m
Trains on 01 Sept
8
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darmstadt to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darmstadt to Hamburg will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 8 trains from Darmstadt to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 423 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
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15308 · ICE 1074
4656 · ECE 8
15308 · ICE 1074
4656 · ECE 8
4654 · ICE 774
4660 · ICE 74
4658 · ICE 772Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darmstadt to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 423 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£52 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixTrain | 7:40 Darmstadt Hbf | 6h41 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4654 · ICE 774 | On time 8:07 Darmstadt Hbf | 4h22 | 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4656 · ECE 8 | On time 9:07 Darmstadt Hbf | 4h22 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
15308 · ICE 1074 | On time 9:30 Darmstadt Hbf | 4h06 | 13:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 9:40 Darmstadt Hbf | 6h41 | 16:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:40 Darmstadt Hbf | 6h41 | 18:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 13:40 Darmstadt Hbf | 6h41 | 20:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Darmstadt to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 423 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 423 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
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 Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt to Hamburg trains use the Darmstadt Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Darmstadt Hbf is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt 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: McDonald's, Casa Algarve, Ristorante Mare e Monti, Rößler Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aspire Victory.
Darmstadt Nord is 2 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Nord 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: Schmackes, La Fezzo, Restaurant Konak Ocakbasi, Wurzlstubb
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Darmstadt-Wixhausen is 6 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt-Wixhausen 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: Il Trullo, Gaststätte im Bürgermeister-Pohl-Haus, Helin Döner, La Veranda
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. ATMs are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. Information desks are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
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-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
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