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Windstärke 10 – Wrack- und Fischereimuseum
Museum focused on seafaring, fishing and regional maritime life. Good for understanding how the sea shaped Cuxhaven and its communities.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Cuxhaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Cuxhaven will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 trains from Hamburg to Cuxhaven, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
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14517Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Cuxhaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 93 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Cuxhaven take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 39m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (2h 9m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Cuxhaven trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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14505 | 6:23 Hamburg Harburg | 1h27 | 7:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14507 | 7:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 8:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14509 | 8:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 9:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14511 | 9:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 10:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14513 | 10:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 11:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14515 | 11:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 12:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
14517 | 12:06 Hamburg Hbf | 1h44 | 13:50 Cuxhaven station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
S5 · 14501 | 0:22 Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 5h20 | 5:42 Cuxhaven station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Cuxhaven run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:23 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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Museum focused on seafaring, fishing and regional maritime life. Good for understanding how the sea shaped Cuxhaven and its communities.
Local history museum in a historic setting, covering Cuxhaven’s development, shipping and daily life. A solid introduction to the town.
Visitor centre and museum on the North Sea coast and mudflats, with family-friendly displays on tides, wildlife and local marine environments.
Harbour platform and promenade overlooking the Elbe shipping lane. One of Cuxhaven’s signature walks for watching passing vessels and sunsets.
Broad sandy beach area with promenade, mudflat access and holiday atmosphere. Ideal for classic North Sea views and a relaxed coastal stroll.
Green spa park near the seafront with ponds, mature trees and quiet paths. A pleasant local favourite away from the busiest beach sections.
North Sea brown shrimps served peeled on dark bread or with potatoes. A coastal staple tied to local fishing traditions around the Wadden Sea.
Fresh plaice, usually pan-fried or baked, landed from the North Sea. It is a classic fish dish in seaside homes and harbour restaurants.
Herring fillets marinated in vinegar, onion and spices. Common across northern Germany and especially fitting in a historic fishing port like Cuxhaven.
Refined dining in the harbour area with fish, meat and seasonal menus in an elegant but approachable setting.
Traditional fish restaurant by the harbour, known for North Sea seafood plates and a relaxed maritime atmosphere.
Established waterside venue serving regional seafood, German classics and cakes with broad estuary views.
Moderate for Germany’s coast: dining and hotels are mid-priced, while local buses and ferries are reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Cuxhaven Bahnhof -> Bahnhof/ZOB, Cuxhaven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Cuxhaven 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 Cuxhaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Cuxhaven trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Cuxhaven station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Cuxhaven 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.
Cuxhaven is 1 km from Cuxhaven city centre. Public transport options include:
Cuxhaven 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: Zum Park, Tiedemann, Heiße Theke, Eiscafe Da Dalto
Wi-Fi is available at Cuxhaven. ATMs are available at Cuxhaven.
Ticket office support is available at Cuxhaven. Information desks are available at Cuxhaven.
Luggage storage is available at Cuxhaven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cuxhaven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cuxhaven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cuxhaven.
Nearby hotels include Hohenzollernhof, Havenhostel Cuxhaven, Stadt Cuxhaven, B&B Hotel Cuxhaven.
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