The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 18 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Berlin every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
ICE 1705
ICE 901
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ICE 609
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FlixTrainTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £190.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£33 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £250 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin trains for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1705 | Delayed 03:51 03:50Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 06:34 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 505 | On time 04:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h32 | 07:21 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 783 · ICE 541 | Delayed 05:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 08:22 08:22Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1901 | On time 05:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h42 | 08:34 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 583 · ICE 843 | On time 06:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 09:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 507 | On time 06:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2h33 | 09:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 785 · ICE 543 | On time 07:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 10:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1903 | On time 07:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h41 | 10:33 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 585 · ICE 845 | On time 08:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 11:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 509 | On time 08:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h32 | 11:21 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 787 · ICE 545 | On time 09:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 12:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1905 | On time 09:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h42 | 12:34 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 587 · ICE 847 | On time 10:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 13:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 601 | On time 10:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h32 | 13:21 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 789 · ICE 547 | On time 11:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 14:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1907 | On time 11:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h42 | 14:34 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:19 Hamburg Hbf | 2h30 | 14:49 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:19 Hamburg Hbf | 2h19 | 14:38 Berlin Spandau | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:19 Hamburg Hbf | 2h43 | 15:02 Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 603 | On time 12:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h31 | 15:20 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 881 · ICE 549 | On time 13:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 16:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1909 | On time 13:40 Hamburg Hbf | 2h55 | 16:35 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 681 · ICE 941 | On time 14:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 17:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 605 | On time 14:48 Hamburg Hbf | 2h33 | 17:21 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 883 · ICE 641 | On time 15:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 18:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1701 | On time 15:40 Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 18:34 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 683 · ICE 943 | On time 16:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 19:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 607 | On time 16:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2h31 | 19:21 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 885 · ICE 643 | On time 17:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h17 | 20:18 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1703 | On time 17:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h37 | 20:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 609 | On time 18:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h19 | 21:08 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 705 | On time 19:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2h29 | 22:19 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 901 | On time 20:45 Hamburg Hbf | 2h28 | 23:13 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1707 | On time 21:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2h39 | 00:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 20:28 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Berlin from £7. 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.
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FAQs: Hamburg Hbf to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg Hbf and Berlin
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
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