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Bomann-Museum
Museum of daily life in Lower Saxony with reconstructed rooms, objects and changing displays. It gives useful context to Celle beyond the castle.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Celle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Celle will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 22 trains that leave Hamburg for Celle every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
ICE 573
ICE 71
ICE 1081
ICE 575
ICE 1687
ICE 575
ICE 577
ICE 579
ICE 773
ICE 777The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Celle trains for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 71 | On time 6:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h02 | 7:31 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 575 | On time 7:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h58 | 8:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 5 · 82813 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 9:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 577 | On time 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h58 | 10:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1185 · ICE 774 | On time 9:32 Hamburg Harburg | 1h55 | 11:27 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 73 · 82817 | On time 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 11:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 579 | On time 11:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h58 | 12:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 7 · 82821 | On time 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 13:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 771 | On time 13:27 Hamburg Hbf | 1h00 | 14:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 75 · 82825 | On time 14:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 15:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 773 | On time 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h58 | 16:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 9 · 82829 | On time 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 17:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 1535 | On time 17:21 Hamburg Harburg | 1h00 | 18:21 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 | On time 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h59 | 18:28 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 77 · 82833 | On time 18:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 19:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 777 | On time 19:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h58 | 20:27 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
82837+ 82137 | 19:56 Hamburg Hbf | 1h50 | 21:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 1687 | On time 21:28 Hamburg Hbf | 1h04 | 22:32 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1081 | On time 22:28 Hamburg Hbf | 1h11 | 23:39 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 27 August | |||||
81647 · 82853 | 0:33 Hamburg Hbf | 4h13 | 4:46 Celle station | 1 change | |
ICE 573 | On time 5:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1h00 | 6:29 Celle station | 0 changesdirect | |
82809+ 82107 | 5:41 Hamburg Hbf | 1h47 | 7:28 Celle station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Celle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 49m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Celle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Celle trip today.
Museum of daily life in Lower Saxony with reconstructed rooms, objects and changing displays. It gives useful context to Celle beyond the castle.
Museum inside Celle Castle covering ducal history, interiors and court culture. A practical choice for understanding the city’s political past.
Art museum noted for contemporary works and a 24-hour exterior display visible after dark. A good stop for modern art in a historic city setting.
Celle’s old town is known for dense half-timbered streets, small shops and historic squares. It is the essential area for a first visit on foot.
Broad landscaped park laid out in the French style, popular for strolling, seasonal flowers and a calm break near the centre.
Historic central square framed by traditional buildings and civic landmarks. It is a convenient place to pause and take in the character of Celle.
Hearty kale stew from Lower Saxony, traditionally cooked with sausages and pork. A classic winter dish widely eaten around Celle.
A regional sausage from Hanover and Lower Saxony, lightly smoked and usually served with kale or potatoes. It is a local staple in cold months.
Raw minced pork seasoned with onion, salt and pepper, often spread on bread. It is a traditional northern German pub and home-style dish.
Established fine dining restaurant serving seasonal German cuisine in an elegant, quiet atmosphere within a historic hotel.
Popular traditional venue with regional dishes, beer and a relaxed atmosphere close to Celle’s timber-framed centre.
Traditional German restaurant in Celle’s old town, known for regional meat dishes, fish and a cosy historic setting.
Celle is moderate for Germany: hotels are mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add 5-10%. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Celle 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 Celle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Celle trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Celle station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Celle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Celle is 1 km from Celle city centre. Public transport options include:
Celle 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 options include: Zimmermann, Cafe Frau Amboss, Döner Treff, Cappuccino-Bar
Wi-Fi is available at Celle. ATMs are available at Celle.
Ticket office support is available at Celle. Information desks are available at Celle.
Luggage storage is available at Celle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Celle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Celle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Celle.
Nearby hotels include Hesse Hotel, Althoff Hotel Fürstenhof Celle.
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