Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

1 h 34 m

Average duration

1 h 50 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

241 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau 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 Spandau will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Berlin Spandau every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.

Deutsche Bahn
14:341h34
Hamburg Hbf
16:08Berlin Spandau
£121One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:211h49
Hamburg Hbf
09:10Berlin Spandau
£421One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
06:511h53
Hamburg Hbf
08:44Berlin Spandau
£441One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
04:341h34
Hamburg Hbf
06:08Berlin Spandau
£551One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
10:523h02
Hamburg Hbf
13:54Berlin Spandau
£681One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau 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 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £192.

Distance: 241 km

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£52

Average Price

£15

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Cheapest

£256

Average Price

2h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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7h 7m

Average total duration

4h 7m

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Live departures

Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 1731
Delayed
03:49 Hamburg Hbf
2h22
06:13 06:13Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1725
On time
04:50 Hamburg Hbf
2h18
07:08 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1097 · ICE 541
On time
05:06 Hamburg Hbf
2h52
07:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1703
On time
05:48 Hamburg Hbf
2h23
08:11 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain06:17 Hamburg Hbf
2h29
08:46 Berlin Spandau0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 172706:37 Hamburg Hbf
2h34
09:11 Berlin Spandau0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 91 · ICE 543
On time
07:02 Hamburg Hbf
2h56
09:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1735
On time
07:52 Hamburg Hbf
2h18
10:10 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 585 · ICE 845
On time
08:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
10:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1609
On time
08:37 Hamburg Hbf
2h30
11:07 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 787 · ICE 545
On time
09:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
11:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1707
On time
09:40 Hamburg Hbf
2h31
12:11 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain10:17 Hamburg Hbf
2h24
12:41 Berlin Spandau0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1285 · ICE 757
On time
10:28 Hamburg Hbf
3h02
13:30 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1721
On time
10:49 Hamburg Hbf
2h18
13:07 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 789 · ICE 547
On time
11:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
13:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1709
On time
11:40 Hamburg Hbf
2h31
14:11 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 689 · ICE 849
On time
12:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h56
14:57 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1603
On time
12:48 Hamburg Hbf
2h22
15:10 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 881 · ICE 549
On time
13:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
15:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1631
On time
13:40 Hamburg Hbf
2h30
16:10 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 681 · ICE 941
On time
14:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h56
16:57 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1615
On time
14:52 Hamburg Hbf
2h18
17:10 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 883 · ICE 641
On time
15:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
17:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1633
On time
15:38 Hamburg Hbf
2h33
18:11 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain16:12 Hamburg Hbf
2h28
18:40 Berlin Spandau0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1617
On time
16:48 Hamburg Hbf
2h18
19:06 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 885 · ICE 643
On time
17:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h56
19:57 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 599
On time
17:49 Hamburg Hbf
2h22
20:11 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 609
On time
18:50 Hamburg Hbf
2h07
20:57 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 887 · ICE 645
On time
19:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h57
21:58 Berlin Spandau
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1507
On time
19:49 Hamburg Hbf
2h15
22:04 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 907
On time
20:37 Hamburg Hbf
2h19
22:56 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 809
On time
21:49 Hamburg Hbf
2h27
00:16 Berlin Spandau
0 changesdirect
metronomME 81645 · ME 81655+deutsche_bahnICE 100 · RE 3164
On time
22:33 Hamburg Hbf
6h16
04:49 Berlin Spandau
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau

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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 1h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
241 km
Average train duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 38m
First train
04:47
Last train
21:33
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Spandau from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£12
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£11
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau 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 Spandau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the River Elbe, picturesque small towns, and lush green landscapes, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau is by coach, costing approximately £9.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train distance from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau is 241 km.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau. The journey takes 1h 38m, covers 241 km, and trains run 8 times per day.
Booking trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 1h 38m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau leaves at 4:47.
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau.
The last train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau departs at 21:33.
To get from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Spandau. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
There is no night train service from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Spandau

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Berlin
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your trip from Hamburg to Berlin.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Le Crobag
  • Burger King
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Havin Grill
  • KFC
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Starbucks
  • dean&david
  • SPAR Express
  • Pommesfreunde
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
  • Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.

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