The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Airport to Kolding
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Airport to Kolding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Airport to Kolding will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 4 trains that leave Hamburg Airport for Kolding every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg Airport to Kolding
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Airport to Kolding among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £349 Average Price |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hamburg Airport to Kolding train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Airport to Kolding trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S1 · EC 398 | On time 07:12 Hamburg Airport | 3h32 | 10:44 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
S1 · ICE 1186 · IC 5756 | On time 08:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h14 | 12:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
S1 · EC 396 | On time 09:12 Hamburg Airport | 3h32 | 12:44 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
S1 · 11164 · IC 5758 | On time 10:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h14 | 14:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
S1 · EC 1174 | On time 11:12 Hamburg Airport | 3h32 | 14:44 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
S1 · 11168 · IC 5760 | On time 12:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h14 | 16:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
S1 · EC 394 | On time 13:12 Hamburg Airport | 3h32 | 16:44 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
S1 · 11172 · IC 5762 | On time 14:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h14 | 18:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
S1 · EC 1172 | On time 15:12 Hamburg Airport | 3h32 | 18:44 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
S1 · 11176 · IC 5764 | On time 16:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h14 | 20:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
S1 · 11180 · IC 5766 | On time 18:02 Hamburg Airport | 4h15 | 22:17 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Airport to Kolding
Trains from Hamburg Airport to Kolding run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 17:12. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 17:12 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, S-Bahn Hamburg from Hamburg Airport to Kolding trainsDeutsche Bahn, S-Bahn Hamburg trains will get you between Hamburg Airport and Kolding from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
S-Bahn Hamburg
FAQs: Hamburg Airport to Kolding train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Airport to Kolding 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 Kolding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg Airport and Kolding
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Banegårdspladsen.
- Restaurant Valdemar
- Stay Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Scandic Kolding
- Hotel Koldingfjord
- Comwell Kolding
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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