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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£30
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£76
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
4 h 18 m
Trains on 29 Aug
23
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd 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 Cologne Süd will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd you need to make at least one change.
ICE 921 · 2545622:457h08Hamburg Hbf5:53Cologne Süd£301One-way1 change- 14051 · 10204 · 17407 · 104110:567h57Hamburg Hbf8:53Cologne Süd£461One-way4 changes
- ICE 207 · 2544518:454h18Hamburg Hbf23:03Cologne Süd£481One-way1 change
- ICE 103 · 336274:414h22Hamburg Hbf9:03Cologne Süd£571One-way1 change
- ICE 205 · 2544116:454h18Hamburg Hbf21:03Cologne Süd£571One-way1 change
- ICE 109 · 3364110:454h18Hamburg Hbf15:03Cologne Süd£891One-way1 change
- ICE 201 · 3364512:454h18Hamburg Hbf17:03Cologne Süd£1001One-way1 change
- ICE 203 · 3364914:454h18Hamburg Hbf19:03Cologne Süd£791One-way1 change
- ICE 205 · 2544116:454h18Hamburg Hbf21:03Cologne Süd£571One-way1 change
- ICE 207 · 2544518:454h18Hamburg Hbf23:03Cologne Süd£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £745.
Distance: 359 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £745 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1540 · 10465+ 81677 · 81655 | Delayed 0:46 22:55Hamburg Hbf | 8h33 | 7:28 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 1540 · ICE 525 · 28503+81677 | Delayed 0:46 22:55Hamburg Hbf | 7h42 | 6:37 Cologne Süd | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| 14051 · 10204 · 17407 · 10411 | 0:56 Hamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 8:53 Cologne Süd | 4 changes | |
| ICE 103 · 33627 | On time 4:41 Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 9:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 515 · 10471 | On time 5:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 10:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 105 · 10473 | On time 6:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 11:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 583 · ICE 644 · 17413 · 10417 | 6:56 Hamburg Hbf | 4h57 | 11:53 Cologne Süd | 4 changes | |
| ICE 517 · 10475 | On time 7:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 12:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 785 · ICE 954 · 17335+82113 | 7:56 Hamburg Hbf | 4h47 | 12:43 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 107 · 10477 | On time 8:42 Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 13:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 585 · ICE 642 · 17417 · 10425 | 8:56 Hamburg Hbf | 4h57 | 13:53 Cologne Süd | 4 changes | |
| ICE 519 · 10479 | On time 9:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 14:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 787 · ICE 952 · 28519+82117 | Delayed 8:13 9:56Hamburg Hbf | 4h41 | 14:37 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 109 · 33641 | On time 10:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h18 | 15:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 789 · ICE 950 · 28523+82121 | Delayed 10:13 11:56Hamburg Hbf | 4h41 | 16:37 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 201 · 33645 | On time 12:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h18 | 17:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 2311 · 17425 · 10439+82123 | Delayed 11:23 12:56Hamburg Hbf | 4h57 | 17:53 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 613 · 10487 | 13:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 18:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 881 · ICE 858 · 28527+82125 | Delayed 12:13 13:56Hamburg Hbf | 4h41 | 18:37 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 203 · 33649 | On time 14:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h18 | 19:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 615 · 10491 | 15:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 20:28 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 883 · ICE 856 · 28531+82129 | Delayed 14:13 15:56Hamburg Hbf | 4h41 | 20:37 Cologne Süd | 3 changes | |
| ICE 205 · 25441 | On time 16:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h18 | 21:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 207 · 25445 | On time 18:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h18 | 23:03 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
| ICE 921 · 25456 | On time 22:45 Hamburg Hbf | 7h08 | 5:53 Cologne Süd | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd
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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:41, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 2:41 |
Last train 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Cologne Süd 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.
FAQs: Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd 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 Cologne Süd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg Hbf and Cologne Süd
Most Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Süd trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Cologne Süd train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Köln Süd from Cologne city centre
Köln Süd is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Süd train station facilities and services
Köln Süd 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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Ganesha, Magnus, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Süd. ATMs are available at Köln Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Süd. Information desks are available at Köln Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chelsea, Hotel Mado, Elite Hotel, Blacksheep Hostel.
Most popular train connections from Hamburg Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Cologne Süd and Hamburg Hbf
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