1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£67
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 32 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericia to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fredericia to Hamburg will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
To travel from Fredericia to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
IC 5757 · ICE 1127
IC 5755 · 11167
IC 5759 · 11175
IC 2332 · RJ 385
IC 2324 · ECE 393
IC 2332 · RJ 385
IC 2324 · ECE 393
IC 5757 · ICE 1127
IC 5755 · 11167
IC 5759 · 11175Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericia to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £384.
Distance: 222 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £384 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Fredericia to Hamburg:
A train is £16 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Fredericia to Hamburg costing on average £54.
A train is £347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fredericia to Hamburg costing on average £384.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Flight takes on average 4h 35m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fredericia to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5755 · 11167 | On time 8:30 Fredericia Station | 3h52 | 12:22 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2324 · ECE 393 | On time 9:51 Fredericia Station | 3h17 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5757 · ICE 1127 | On time 10:30 Fredericia Station | 3h43 | 14:13 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2332 · RJ 385 | On time 11:51 Fredericia Station | 2h57 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
IC 5759 · 11175 | On time 12:30 Fredericia Station | 3h52 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change |
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Trains from Fredericia to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Fredericia 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 Fredericia to Hamburg trains use the Fredericia st to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Fredericia and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fredericia st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Ti Trin Ned, Den Engelske Pub
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fredericia st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fredericia st. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fredericia st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fredericia st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fredericia st: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Postgaarden, Best Western Plus Hotel Fredericia, Trinity Hotel & Konference Center.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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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