1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 2 m
Trains on 03 Sept
38
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Hamburg will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Groningen to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
Bus 72019 · 4435 · ICE 516
37867 · Bus 72020 · 4439 · ICE 514
37859 · Bus 72019 · 4435 · ICE 516
Bus 72020 · 4439 · ICE 514
37966 · Bus 72065 · RE 52439 · ICE 104
Bus 72019 · 4435 · ICE 516
Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614
Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612
Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 616
Bus 72018 · 4431 · ICE 518Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 232 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Groningen to Hamburg:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Hamburg costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 6m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 3h 31m versus 3h 29m 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 Groningen to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
37819 · Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 616 | On time 7:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 12:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 616 | On time 8:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 12:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37926 · Bus 72042 · RE 52039 · ICE 204 | On time 8:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 13:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37926 · Bus 72042 · IC 2039 · ICE 204 | On time 8:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 13:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37926 · Bus 72042 · RE 52039 · ICE 204 | On time 8:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 13:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37926 · Bus 72042 · IC 2039 · ICE 204 | On time 8:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 13:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37827 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614 | 9:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614 | On time 10:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37934 · Bus 72044 · RE 52431 · ICE 202 | On time 10:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 15:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37934 · Bus 72044 · IC 2431 · ICE 202 | On time 10:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 15:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37934 · Bus 72044 · RE 52431 · ICE 202 | On time 10:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 15:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37934 · Bus 72044 · IC 2431 · ICE 202 | On time 10:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 15:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37835 · Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612 | 11:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612 | On time 12:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37942 · Bus 72046 · RE 52433 · ICE 200 | On time 12:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37942 · Bus 72046 · IC 2433 · ICE 200 | On time 12:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37942 · Bus 72046 · RE 52433 · ICE 200 | On time 12:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37942 · Bus 72046 · IC 2433 · ICE 200 | On time 12:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37843 · Bus 72017 · 4427 · ICE 610 | 13:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72017 · 4427 · ICE 610 | On time 14:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37950 · Bus 72048 · RE 52435 · ICE 108 | On time 14:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37950 · Bus 72048 · IC 2435 · ICE 108 | On time 14:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37950 · Bus 72048 · RE 52435 · ICE 108 | On time 14:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37950 · Bus 72048 · IC 2435 · ICE 108 | On time 14:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37851 · Bus 72018 · 4431 · ICE 518 | On time 15:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72018 · 4431 · ICE 518 | On time 16:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37958 · Bus 72063 · RE 52437 · ICE 106 | On time 16:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37958 · Bus 72063 · IC 2437 · ICE 106 | On time 16:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37958 · Bus 72063 · RE 52437 · ICE 106 | On time 16:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37958 · Bus 72063 · IC 2437 · ICE 106 | On time 16:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37859 · Bus 72019 · 4435 · ICE 516 | On time 17:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h05 | 22:02 Hamburg Harburg | 3 changes | |
Bus 72019 · 4435 · ICE 516 | On time 18:10 Groningen | 3h52 | 22:02 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
37966 · Bus 72065 · IC 2439 · ICE 104 | On time 18:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37966 · Bus 72065 · RE 52439 · ICE 104 | On time 18:38 Groningen station | 4h38 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37966 · Bus 72065 · RE 52439 · ICE 104 | On time 18:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37966 · Bus 72065 · IC 2439 · ICE 104 | On time 18:40 Groningen Europapark | 4h36 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37867 · Bus 72020 · 4439 · ICE 514 | On time 19:57 Groningen Europapark | 4h18 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72020 · 4439 · ICE 514 | On time 20:10 Groningen | 4h05 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Groningen to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Best time to book 28 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 Groningen 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 Groningen to Hamburg trains use the Groningen, Hoofdstation to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Groningen and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Groningen, Hoofdstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
ATMs are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
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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