The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bonn
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bonn will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Bonn 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 373 km distance in an average of 6 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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 to Bonn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bonn 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 373 km
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£42 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Bonn train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bonn trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 201 · IC 1748 | On time 11:46 Hamburg Hbf | 4h27 | 16:13 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2311 · RE 28525 | Delayed 11:52 11:50Hamburg Hbf | 5h05 | 16:55 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 689 · ICE 558 · ICE 929 | Delayed 12:02 12:01Hamburg Hbf | 5h12 | 17:13 Bonn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 735 · RE 28527 | On time 12:53 Hamburg Hbf | 5h02 | 17:55 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 79 · ICE 622 · STR 66 | On time 13:24 Hamburg Hbf | 5h11 | 18:35 Bonn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1021 | On time 15:10 Hamburg Hbf | 4h03 | 19:13 Bonn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 205 · IC 2342 | On time 15:46 Hamburg Hbf | 4h27 | 20:13 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2215 · RE 28533 | Delayed 15:51 15:50Hamburg Hbf | 5h05 | 20:55 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 683 · ICE 554 · RB 25443 | On time 16:01 Hamburg Hbf | 5h24 | 21:25 Bonn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 617 · STR 66 | On time 16:46 Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 21:50 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 207 · IC 2344 | On time 17:46 Hamburg Hbf | 4h26 | 22:12 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 685 · ICE 552 | On time 18:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h44 | 22:45 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 619 · STR 66 | On time 18:46 Hamburg Hbf | 5h12 | 23:58 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 209 · RB 25401 | On time 19:46 Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 00:25 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
ME 82139+ ICE 840 · RB 25405 | 19:57 Hamburg Hbf | 6h28 | 02:25 Bonn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 921 | On time 21:46 Hamburg Hbf | 5h25 | 03:11 Bonn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
![]() | 07:01 Hamburg | 6h49 | 13:50 Bonn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bonn
Trains from Hamburg to Bonn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg to Bonn trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg and Bonn 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Hamburg to Bonn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Bonn
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Most wanted Burger
- LüttLiv
- T.R.U.D.E.
- Schweinske Barmbek
- Hotel am Stadtpark
- IntercityHotel Hamburg-Barmbek
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 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
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- 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
- BLOCK HOUSE
- China-Restaurant Ming Dynastie
- Jam Jam
- Hotel Tiefenthal
- Villa Wandsbek Hotel Garni
- DARZ GästeZimmer
- Hotel Marco Polo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Magd und Knecht
- Cafébar Macchiato
- Frittebud
- McDonald's
- Motel One
- Hotel Rheinland
- Hotel Löhndorf
- Villa Esplanade
- Monday: 06:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 12:45 - 12:00 15:45
- Sunday: 10:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:30
- House of Steaks
- Fair Cafe
- Maternus
- Mykonos
- Kaiserhof
- Hotel zum Adler
- Insel Hotel
- Hotel Eden
- Monday: 08:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Tuesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Wednesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Thursday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Friday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Cafe Wagner
- Stadt-Café
- Freundlicher Imbiss
- Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
- Garten Hotel
- Portofino
- Cafe Breuer
- Il Borgo
- Lo Scoglio Im Himmelreich
- Karawane
- Kameha Grand Hotel
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