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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Copenhagen

Showing times and prices for 13 May

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

4 h 42 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

285 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hamburg to Copenhagen will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Copenhagen 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 285 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.

EC 392

14:564h42

Hamburg Hbf

19:38Copenhagen Central Station

£401One-way

0 changes

EC 390

16:554h43

Hamburg Hbf

21:38Copenhagen Central Station

£401One-way

0 changes

EC 394

12:534h45

Hamburg Hbf

17:38Copenhagen Central Station

£551One-way

0 changes

EC 398

08:504h48

Hamburg Hbf

13:38Copenhagen Central Station

£601One-way

0 changes

EC 396

10:534h45

Hamburg Hbf

15:38Copenhagen Central Station

£601One-way

0 changes

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Hamburg to Copenhagen train times

Showing trains for today, Monday 12 May

Last updated at 09:03

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
EC 394	On time 10:53 Hamburg Hbf	4h45	15:38 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
EC 392	On time 12:56 Hamburg Hbf	4h42	17:38 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
EC 390	On time 14:55 Hamburg Hbf	4h43	19:38 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
EC 1190	On time 16:50 Hamburg Hbf	5h04	21:54 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
Tuesday 13 May
EC 398	On time 06:50 Hamburg Hbf	4h48	11:38 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
EC 396	08:53 Hamburg Hbf	4h45	13:38 Copenhagen Central Station	0 changesdirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Copenhagen?

The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Copenhagen is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Copenhagen route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg to Copenhagen per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hamburg to Copenhagen.

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Hamburg to Copenhagen

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Pro

Operation

Punctuality

Cleanliness

Cons

Equipment of the train

I would highly recommend the train journey because, above all, the train left on time and arrived on time. In addition, there was a waitress on the train who offered food to the passengers. The train was very clean overall. The toilets also looked freshly cleaned. Unfortunately, the train had a lack of facilities, such as no wifi and no fold-out tables.

Pro

On time

Cons

No weaknesses

When I got in, I could first charge my mobile phone and throw away my rubbish. Then I could go to the toilet, and I was surprised how clean it all was. The service was friendly and offered me a drink. There was wifi on the train. I was also able to sleep in peace because of the reasonable volume. There was also no need to change trains and the price-quality ratio was perfect.

Pro

Service

Cons

Equipment

I travelled from Hamburg central station to Copenhagen. The train journey itself was very relaxed. The service was very, very good and the staff were very helpful! Unfortunately, the facilities were not very good, the wifi didn't really work most of the time and the toilets were also not usable due to renovations.

Pro

Price

Staff

Cons

Hygiene

Some time ago I took the ICE from Hamburg main station to Copenhagen. I was pleasantly surprised by the staff, who were all very friendly and helpful... The price was also convincing. However, the hygienic condition in the train could have been a bit better... There were no problems with unpunctuality.

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Hygiene

Sockets

WIFI

Staff

Comfortable

Cons

Delay

This was a very pleasant train journey, although the train was late, the journey was very enjoyable. The staff were very friendly. The toilets, tables and seats were clean and I did not see any visible stains. The power sockets worked without any loose connection and the wifi was available all the time. The seats were also very comfortable, which made the ride that much more enjoyable. I recommend this ride to others.

Pro

Reservation

Cons

Toilets

The train ride was good and I had wifi and a power socket. The seats were very comfortable and the volume was pleasant. I didn't have any food, but the service was very friendly. I could reserve a seat and was given information about the journey beforehand. The toilets were very dirty and it almost made me throw up. I didn't have to change trains and the train was on time. But the price-quality ratio is good.

Pro

Pleasant journey

Cleanliness

Equipment of the train

Punctuality

Cons

Personnel

The journey from Hamburg to Copenhagen was really very pleasant and can be recommended. The train left on time at 7.25am and arrived at around 12.30pm. During the journey I used the toilet, which was very clean and had plenty of toilet paper. The train also had a large compartment for my luggage, which was also very helpful. The only problem, which wasn't dramatic, is that the train staff only appeared twice, so I couldn't ask for help.

Pro

Relaxed

Edible

Enough rest

Cons

Long journey

Not getting as much sleep

I reserved my seat in advance. When the train finally arrived, I was escorted straight to my seat as I boarded. The seats were relaxed and clean, which I really enjoyed. The toilet was also quite clean, which was good because nobody wants to do their business in a dirty toilet. The service was really nice and also asked me questions. It was very quiet and yet I didn't get too much sleep. I didn't have to change trains, which was good. In the end, the journey was fine and only 5 minutes late, but I'm not going to make an issue of that.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Copenhagen

Germany

Denmark

Trains from Hamburg to Copenhagen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

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 £14

Distance

285 km

Average train duration

7h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

£34

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 39m

First train

03:36

Last train

22:56

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £14

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, erixx and Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft trains Hamburg to Copenhagen

For as little as £22 you can travel by train to Copenhagen from Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn, erixx and Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Hamburg to Copenhagen train.

Hamburg to Copenhagen train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 4 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £22
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

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.

Deutsche Bahn Trains from Hamburg to Copenhagen

Deutsche Bahn is Germany's leading train company, running 40,000 train journeys every day. Deutsche Bahn has a wide range of tickets, offers and discount cards such as the BahnCard. Check if you can use it on the Deutsche Bahn trains from Hamburg to Copenhagen. For more information on ticket cancellation, please visit our customer service centre.

Deutsche Bahn has different types of trains such as ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regional Rail) based on travel time and comfort. Toilets are available on all trains and some of them have an onboard restaurant or access to Wi-Fi.

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FAQs: Hamburg to Copenhagen train

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Copenhagen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Copenhagen.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Copenhagen can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Copenhagen is £60; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Hamburg to Copenhagen train time is 4 h 39 min covering the 177 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Copenhagen leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Copenhagen leaves at 23: 57.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 4 direct trains from Hamburg to Copenhagen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Hamburg to Copenhagen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Copenhagen. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Copenhagen from Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Copenhagen Central Station, located 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Copenhagen from Hamburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Hamburg to Copenhagen by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Copenhagen from Hamburg including taking a train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Copenhagen

Hamburg

Copenhagen

The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Altona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Altona for your trip from Hamburg to Copenhagen.

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