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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Gliwice
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £47
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £66
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 8 h 32 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 9 h 56 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 696 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Gliwice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Gliwice will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Hamburg to Gliwice, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 696 km distance in an average of 9 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 5 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.
11:49 8h32 Hamburg 20:21 Gliwice £47 1 One-way 0 changes16:50 11h05 Hamburg 3:55 Gliwice £53 1 One-way 0 changes9:52 10h11 Hamburg 20:03 Gliwice £98 1 One-way 0 changes
11:49 8h32 Hamburg 20:21 Gliwice £47 1 One-way 0 changes9:52 10h11 Hamburg 20:03 Gliwice £98 1 One-way 0 changes16:50 11h05 Hamburg 3:55 Gliwice £53 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Gliwice
Germany
Poland
Trains from Hamburg to Gliwice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 7h 36m.
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 £29
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 36m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £29
Frequently asked questions about your Hamburg to Gliwice trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Gliwice.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Gliwice can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £94.
The train journey from Hamburg to Gliwice covers a distance of 696 km and takes approximately 7h 36m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Gliwice is 696 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Gliwice leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Hamburg to Gliwice departs at 23:39.
Trains from Hamburg to Gliwice run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Gliwice.
Live departures
Hamburg to Gliwice train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Gliwice trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:48 Hamburg | 11h22 | 20:10 Gliwice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:52 Hamburg | 10h11 | 20:03 Gliwice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:49 Hamburg | 14h10 | 7:59 Gliwice | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
7h 36m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£42
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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.
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.
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.
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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hamburg and Gliwice
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Hamburg to Gliwice.
Complete guide to Gliwice
Things to do in Gliwice
Discover the best of Gliwice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gliwice trip today.
- Recommended
Willa Caro
Museum branch in a historic villa, showing domestic interiors and lifestyle from past centuries. A quieter cultural stop with period atmosphere.
- Recommended
Oddział Radiostacja Gliwice
Museum branch at the radio tower site, explaining technology, local history and the events associated with the station.
- Must visit
Rynek
Main square lined with historic façades, the town hall and cafés nearby. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old centre on foot.
- Recommended
Park im. Fryderyka Chopina
Large central park with walking paths, greenery and the Palm House. It is one of the city’s most pleasant places for a relaxed stroll.
- Recommended
Ulica Zwycięstwa
Broad promenade-style street connecting key central sights. Shops, historic buildings and steady foot traffic make it a practical walking route.
Kluski śląskie
Silesian potato dumplings with a small dimple, usually served with roast meat and gravy. They are a defining staple of traditional Upper Silesian Sunday dinners.
- Gluten-free
Rolada śląska
Rolled beef filled with bacon, gherkin and onion, then braised. This is one of the best-known festive dishes across Silesia and southern Poland.
- Gluten-free
Modra kapusta
Braised red cabbage, sweet-sour and often cooked with fat or meat juices. It commonly accompanies roulade and dumplings in classic Silesian meals.
Karmnik Sushi
Established Japanese venue known for sushi and modern Asian dishes, offering a smart contemporary interior and consistent service.
Restauracja MOMO
Well-known restaurant serving Polish and European dishes in a polished but accessible setting, suitable for both casual meals and longer dinners.
Saluto
Popular burger and grill venue with a lively casual feel. A dependable choice for informal dining close to central Gliwice.
Polish złoty (zł)
Gliwice is budget-friendly for Poland: meals, local transport and hotels usually cost less than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 25-40 zł for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- 50-90 zł per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- 120 zł+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- 10-16 zł for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10% for good service; in cafés and taxis, rounding up is common.
Transport GZM
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- 6,00 zł
- Day pass
- 12,00 zł
To the city centre
Gliwice Station -> Gliwice Plac Piastów
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Contactless card payment works on all Transport GZM buses, trams and trolleybuses in the network.
- Only the Transport GZM app offers the full ZTM ticket range; for heavy use in one day, fare capping applies up to the Daily ticket value.
FAQs: Hamburg to Gliwice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Gliwice 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 Gliwice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Gliwice in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Gliwice.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Gliwice
Most Hamburg to Gliwice trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Gliwice station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Gliwice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hamburg
Arrival train stations in Gliwice
Which Hamburg station do trains to Gliwice leave from?
Trains from Hamburg to Gliwice leave from Hamburg Hbf. The station is 3 km from Hamburg city centre at Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany.
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · £2 · every ~33 min
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-HarburgHamburg-Harburg, Hannoversche Str. 85, 21079 Hamburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS3, S5 · 10m · £3 · every ~25 min
S3, S5 · 18m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus641 · 24m · £3
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Gliwice station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Trains from Hamburg to Gliwice arrive at Gliwice. Gliwice is from Gliwice city centre.
GliwiceGliwice, Poland
City-centre transport
Getting to Gliwice from Gliwice city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TramLine 1, Line 2
Gliwice train station facilities and services
Gliwice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Trzy Światy, Restauracja Pod Ratuszem
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gliwice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gliwice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gliwice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gliwice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gliwice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Diament Plaza Gliwice, Qubus Hotel Gliwice, Hotel Malinowski.
Train stations for Hamburg to Gliwice
Check train stations information for Hamburg and Gliwice, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Gliwice is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Gliwice.
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