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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Horsens

Showing times and prices for 01 Aug

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

3 h 49 m

Average duration

4 h

Trains per day

15

Distance

254 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hamburg to Horsens will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

To travel from Hamburg to Horsens you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche Bahn11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 50051
    11:394h29
    Hamburg Hbf
    16:08Horsens station
    £311One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS3 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50027
    5:094h59
    Hamburg Altona
    10:08Horsens station
    £391One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn11164 · ECE 1196 · IC 2349
    11:393h59
    Hamburg Hbf
    15:38Horsens station
    £431One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS3 · ECE 1198 · IC 2329
    6:493h49
    Hamburg Altona
    10:38Horsens station
    £511One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 13464 · IC 2353
    12:443h54
    Hamburg Harburg
    16:38Horsens station
    £581One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Hamburg to Horsens

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Horsens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £244.

Distance: 254 km

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£48

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Cheapest

£70

Average Price

£400

Average Price

4h 29m

Average total duration

3h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 44m

Average total duration

4h 44m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.5kg

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Live departures

Hamburg to Horsens train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Horsens trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnECE 396 · IC 2345
On time
10:30 Hamburg Hbf
4h08
14:38 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 5005111:19 Hamburg Altona
4h49
16:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 2466 · IC 2349
On time
11:23 Hamburg Hbf
4h15
15:38 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnRJ 13464 · IC 2353
On time
12:35 Hamburg Harburg
4h03
16:38 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 5005913:19 Hamburg Altona
4h49
18:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 394 · IC 2361
On time
14:27 Hamburg Hbf
4h11
18:38 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 5006715:19 Hamburg Altona
4h49
20:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnRJ 13462 · IC 2369
On time
16:43 Hamburg Hbf
3h55
20:38 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11176 · IC 5764 · ICL 5007517:19 Hamburg Altona
4h49
22:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 392 · IC 2377
On time
18:41 Hamburg Hbf
4h10
22:51 Horsens station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 500275:09 Hamburg Altona
4h59
10:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnS3 · ECE 1198 · IC 23296:49 Hamburg Altona
3h49
10:38 Horsens station2 changes
Deutsche BahnS3 · 11156 · IC 5754 · ICL 500357:29 Hamburg Altona
4h39
12:08 Horsens station3 changes
Deutsche BahnBus 3982 · ICL 50378 · R 2341
On time
9:15 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB
4h36
13:51 Horsens station
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Horsens

GermanyGermany
DenmarkDenmark
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Trains from Hamburg to Horsens run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 3h 45m.

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
Distance
254 km
Average train duration
3h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
3h 45m
First train
0:21
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ), Danish Railways (DSB), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Hamburg to Horsens trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ), Danish Railways (DSB), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Hamburg and Horsens from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£26
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 15m
Cheapest Price
£64
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
1 a day

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
£66
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
4 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£58
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
5 a day

Complete guide to Horsens

Things to do in Horsens

Discover the best of Horsens — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horsens trip today.

  • Must visit

Prison Museum

Major prison museum inside the former state penitentiary, with cells, stories and exhibitions about punishment and escape.

  • Recommended

Horsens Kunstmuseum

Compact art museum with changing exhibitions in a former water tower setting and a strong focus on Danish contemporary art.

  • Recommended

Danmarks Industrimuseum

Industrial museum exploring everyday life, work and technology in Horsens through machinery, workshops and local history displays.

Danish krone (kr)

Moderate for Denmark. Hotels, meals and local transport cost more than much of Europe, but Horsens is often a little cheaper than Copenhagen or Aarhus.

Average meal costs

Budget
kr80-130 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
kr180-300 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
kr500+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
kr35-50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Rounding up is enough in restaurants, cafés and taxis; 5-10% only for excellent service.

FAQs: Hamburg to Horsens train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Horsens 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 Horsens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Horsens can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Hamburg to Horsens covers a distance of 254 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Horsens is 254 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Horsens leaves at 0:21.
The last train from Hamburg to Horsens departs at 23:56.
Trains from Hamburg to Horsens run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Horsens.
To get from Hamburg to Horsens, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Horsens.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Horsens is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Horsens station.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Horsens is by train, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Horsens in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg to Horsens offers a scenic experience, taking passengers through picturesque landscapes in northern Germany and Denmark, with views of lush countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the coastline.
A day trip from Hamburg to Horsens is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 45m each way. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this route.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Horsens is ideal to explore its cultural attractions like the Industrial Museum and the Horsens Art Museum, enjoy the local dining scene, and visit nearby nature spots such as the Horsens Fjord.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Horsens.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Horsens

Most Hamburg to Horsens trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Horsens St. station pair, with some services arriving at Hedensted st. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Horsens 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 Horsens

Which Hamburg station do trains to Horsens leave from?

Trains from Hamburg to Horsens leave from Hamburg Hbf. The station is 3 km from Hamburg city centre at Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany.
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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 AirportHamburg Airport (Flughafen), Flughafenstraße 1, 22335 HamburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £0.90
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £6 · every ~5 min

Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.

Hamburg-AltonaHamburg-Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Str. 17, 22765 HamburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3, S1, S7, S5 · 7m · £3 · every ~56 min
S3, S1, S7, S5 · 9m · £3 · every ~56 min
BusRe7 · 14m
16 · 18m · £3 · every ~11 min
2 · 20m · £3 · every ~13 min
16, 601 · 20m · £3 · every ~12 min

Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services

Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.

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