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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£108
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
8 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
8 h 58 m
Trains on 30 Sept
7
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Hamburg will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Gdańsk to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 5604 · EC 40 · 4368 · 4302
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 800
IC 5608 · EC 246 · ICE 931 · ICE 600
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 800
IC 261 · EC 248 · ICE 839 · ICE 602
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508
IC 265 · EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5608 · EC 246 · ICE 931 · ICE 600 | On time 6:11 Gdańsk Główny | 9h13 | 15:24 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 230 · S5 · ICE 800 | On time 7:31 Gdańsk Główny | 8h39 | 16:10 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508 | On time 8:23 Gdańsk Główny | 9h01 | 17:24 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | On time 10:18 Gdańsk Główny | 9h07 | 19:25 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 265 · EC 44 · ICE 937 · ICE 504 | On time 12:23 Gdańsk Główny | 9h01 | 21:24 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 5604 · EC 40 · 4368 · 4302 | 16:18 Gdańsk Główny | 14h14 | 6:32 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 30 September | |||||
IC 261 · EC 248 · ICE 839 · ICE 602 | On time 4:23 Gdańsk Główny | 9h01 | 13:24 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gdańsk to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 571 km distance in 7h 27m.
Distance 571 km |
Average train duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 27m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 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 Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Hamburg trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz 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: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
Gdańsk Oliwa is 8 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Oliwa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Oliwa, Restauracja Oliwa do Ognia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Gdansk Oliwa, Hotel Oliwski, Dwór Oliwski City Hotel & SPA.
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 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.
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.
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