1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£104
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
8 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
8 h 39 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
696 km
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 £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Hamburg to Gliwice you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 505 · S5 · EC 59
RJ 173 · S9 · 75811 · 18429
ICE 505 · S5 · EC 59
RJ 173 · S9 · 75811 · 18429Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Gliwice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £174.
Distance: 696 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £174 Average Price | £104 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 39m Average total duration Fastest 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 15m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Gliwice:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Gliwice costing on average £82.
A coach is £122 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Gliwice costing on average £174.
Other travel options to Gliwice take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 19m.
Flight takes on average 12h 15m.
Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 8h 9m versus 8h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Gliwice trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 505 · S5 · EC 59 | On time 6:34 Hamburg Hbf | 8h06 | 14:40 Gliwice station | 2 changes | |
RJ 173 · S9 · 75811 · 18429 | On time 7:33 Hamburg Hbf | 9h11 | 16:44 Gliwice station | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Gliwice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:39 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Gliwice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gliwice trip today.
Main local museum branch in the castle, presenting the city’s history in a compact historic setting near the market square.
Museum branch in a historic villa, showing domestic interiors and lifestyle from past centuries. A quieter cultural stop with period atmosphere.
Museum branch at the radio tower site, explaining technology, local history and the events associated with the station.
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.
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.
Broad promenade-style street connecting key central sights. Shops, historic buildings and steady foot traffic make it a practical walking route.
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.
Rolled beef filled with bacon, gherkin and onion, then braised. This is one of the best-known festive dishes across Silesia and southern Poland.
Braised red cabbage, sweet-sour and often cooked with fat or meat juices. It commonly accompanies roulade and dumplings in classic Silesian meals.
Established Japanese venue known for sushi and modern Asian dishes, offering a smart contemporary interior and consistent service.
Well-known restaurant serving Polish and European dishes in a polished but accessible setting, suitable for both casual meals and longer dinners.
Popular burger and grill venue with a lively casual feel. A dependable choice for informal dining close to central Gliwice.
Gliwice is budget-friendly for Poland: meals, local transport and hotels usually cost less than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10% for good service; in cafés and taxis, rounding up is common.
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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.

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.
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.
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 options include: Restauracja Trzy Światy, Restauracja Pod Ratuszem
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gliwice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gliwice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gliwice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gliwice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gliwice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Diament Plaza Gliwice, Qubus Hotel Gliwice, Hotel Malinowski.
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