Hamburg to Brunswick train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Brunswick

Showing times and prices for 11 Dec

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

2 h 16 m

Average duration

2 h 28 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Brunswick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Brunswick will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

To travel from Hamburg to Brunswick you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche BahnICE 575+WestfalenBahnWFB 95777
09:242h16
Hamburg Hbf
11:40Brunswick Hbf
£251One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 73+WestfalenBahnWFB 95825
08:242h16
Hamburg Hbf
10:40Brunswick Hbf
£251One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 91 · ICE 543+ennoENO 83560
08:022h36
Hamburg Hbf
10:38Brunswick Hbf
£481One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 585 · ICE 845+ennoENO 83562
09:012h37
Hamburg Hbf
11:38Brunswick Hbf
£581One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 787 · ICE 545+ennoENO 83564
10:012h37
Hamburg Hbf
12:38Brunswick Hbf
£581One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Brunswick

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Brunswick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 150 km

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Coach

£35

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Hamburg to Brunswick train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Brunswick trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 71+westfalenbahnWFB 95823
Delayed
05:19 05:18Hamburg Hbf
2h22
07:40 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 583 · IC 2445
On time
06:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h07
08:08 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 573+westfalenbahnWFB 95775
On time
06:24 Hamburg Hbf
2h16
08:40 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 91 · IC 2035
On time
07:02 Hamburg Hbf
2h06
09:08 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 73+westfalenbahnWFB 95825
On time
07:24 Hamburg Hbf
2h16
09:40 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 585 · IC 2443
On time
08:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h07
10:08 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 575+westfalenbahnWFB 95777
On time
08:24 Hamburg Hbf
2h16
10:40 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 787 · IC 2037
On time
09:01 Hamburg Hbf
2h07
11:08 Brunswick Hbf
1 change
Thursday 11 December
deutsche_bahn04:06 Hamburg
2h03
06:09 Brunswick0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Brunswick

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Trains from Hamburg to Brunswick run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 1m.

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 £7
Distance
150 km
Average train duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 1m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:55
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 £7

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, erixx, Metronom from Hamburg to Brunswick trainsDeutsche Bahn, erixx, Metronom trains will get you between Hamburg and Brunswick from £7. 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 53m
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

erixx

About
erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.
Luggage & cancellation policy
erixx frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not possible on regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Hamburg to Brunswick train

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

FAQs
The train journey from Hamburg to Brunswick offers a pleasant view of the German countryside, charming villages, and lush landscapes, providing a scenic experience along the route.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Brunswick in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully explore Brunswick, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days. This allows ample time to visit key attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture.
The train distance from Hamburg to Brunswick is 150 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Brunswick can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Brunswick is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from Hamburg to Brunswick covers a distance of 150 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Brunswick is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Brunswick Hbf.
The first train from Hamburg to Brunswick leaves at 0:03.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Brunswick.
The last train from Hamburg to Brunswick departs at 23:55.
A day trip from Hamburg to Brunswick is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 1m. However, there are 9 train trips per day covering a distance of 150 km.
Trains from Hamburg to Brunswick run approximately 9 times per day.
To get from Hamburg to Brunswick, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Brunswick.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Brunswick.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Brunswick

Hamburg
Brunswick
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Brunswick.
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
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Dining
Dining
  • Café Bom Dia
  • Hünkar
  • Yoko Sushi Harburg
  • Mathewes Grill
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Panorama
  • Hotel Harburger Hof
  • Hotel Jeta
  • Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg-BarmbekWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Most wanted Burger
  • LüttLiv
  • T.R.U.D.E.
  • Schweinske Barmbek
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel am Stadtpark
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg-Barmbek
Hamburg AirportWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • St. Pauli
  • Scoom
  • McCafé
Hotel
Hotel
  • Leonardo Inn Airport

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