The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Aarhus
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Aarhus will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Hamburg to Aarhus you need to make at least one change.
ECE 1170 · IC 236916:574h11Hamburg Altona21:08Aarhus Hovedbanegård£261One-way1 change
RJ 1176 · IC 235313:084h00Hamburg Altona17:08Aarhus Hovedbanegård£271One-way1 change
ECE 392 · IC 237718:534h27Hamburg Hbf23:20Aarhus Hovedbanegård£271One-way1 change
11176 · IC 5764 · ICL 5007517:394h59Hamburg Hbf22:38Aarhus Hovedbanegård£311One-way2 changes
11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 5006715:394h59Hamburg Hbf20:38Aarhus Hovedbanegård£311One-way2 changes
RJ 1176 · IC 235313:084h00Hamburg Altona17:08Aarhus Hovedbanegård£271One-way1 change
ECE 1170 · IC 236916:574h11Hamburg Altona21:08Aarhus Hovedbanegård£261One-way1 change
ECE 1196 · IC 44911:474h21Hamburg Hbf16:08Aarhus Hovedbanegård£361One-way1 change
ECE 392 · IC 237718:534h27Hamburg Hbf23:20Aarhus Hovedbanegård£271One-way1 change
ECE 396 · IC 2345 · R 294510:534h30Hamburg Hbf15:23Aarhus Hovedbanegård£631One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Hamburg to Aarhus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Aarhus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £252.
Distance: 287 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £410 Average Price |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 9m Average total duration 14h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Aarhus trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 386 · IC 50107 | 23:19 Hamburg Altona | 6h46 | 6:05 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
11288 · 11188 · RJ 386 · IC 50107 | 23:38 Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 6:05 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
11292 · 11050 · R 5014 · IC 52325 | 1:38 Hamburg Hbf | 9h01 | 10:39 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 5 changes | |
11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50027 | 5:35 Hamburg Hbf | 5h08 | 10:43 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 1198 · ICL 50035 | On time 7:04 Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 12:43 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
ECE 1198 · ICL 50926 · R 52929 | On time 7:04 Hamburg Hbf | 4h35 | 11:39 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
11156 · IC 5754 · ICL 50035 | 7:38 Hamburg Hbf | 5h05 | 12:43 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 398 · IC 52341 | On time 8:53 Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 14:39 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
ECE 398 · ICL 50934 · R 52937 | On time 8:53 Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 13:39 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 396 · IC 2345 · R 2945 | On time 10:53 Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 15:23 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 50051 | 11:39 Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 16:38 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 1196 · IC 449 | On time 11:47 Hamburg Hbf | 4h21 | 16:08 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
RJ 1176 · IC 2353 | On time 13:08 Hamburg Altona | 4h00 | 17:08 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 50059 | 13:39 Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 18:38 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 50067 | 15:39 Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 20:38 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 1170 · IC 2369 | On time 16:57 Hamburg Altona | 4h11 | 21:08 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
11176 · IC 5764 · ICL 50075 | 17:39 Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 22:38 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 changes | |
ECE 392 · IC 2377 | On time 18:53 Hamburg Hbf | 4h27 | 23:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Aarhus
Trains from Hamburg to Aarhus run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Norddeutsche Eisenbahn Gesellschaft, Swedish Railways (SJ), Danish Railways (DSB), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Hamburg to Aarhus trainsDeutsche Bahn, Norddeutsche Eisenbahn Gesellschaft, Swedish Railways (SJ), Danish Railways (DSB), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Hamburg and Aarhus from £20. 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.
Norddeutsche Eisenbahn Gesellschaft
Swedish Railways (SJ)
Danish Railways (DSB)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Hamburg to Aarhus train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Aarhus 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 Aarhus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Aarhus
- 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.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM 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. You can access the car park at Banegårdspladsen.
- McDonald's
- Sunset Boulevard
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Ritz Aarhus City
- Scandic Aarhus City
- Comwell Aarhus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Line L1, L2
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