1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Kolding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kolding will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 trains from Hamburg to Kolding, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
11152 · IC 5752
11164 · IC 5758
11156 · IC 5754
11172 · IC 5762
ICE 1126 · ICL 378
RJ 384
RJ 382
ECE 396
ECE 394
ICE 1126 · ICL 378Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kolding among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £379.
Distance: 216 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £379 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Kolding:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Kolding costing on average £40.
A coach is £356 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Kolding costing on average £379.
Other travel options to Kolding take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 19m.
Flight takes on average 5h 38m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 47m 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, Danish Railways (DSB).
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 Kolding 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11152 · IC 5752 | On time 5:35 Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 9:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
11156 · IC 5754 | On time 7:38 Hamburg Hbf | 3h38 | 11:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
ECE 396 | On time 10:53 Hamburg Hbf | 2h51 | 13:44 Kolding Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11164 · IC 5758 | On time 11:39 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 15:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
11016 · R 5064 · IC 854+ 5728 | 12:32 Hamburg Altona | 4h39 | 17:11 Kolding Station | 3 changes | |
RJ 384 | On time 13:08 Hamburg Altona | 2h36 | 15:44 Kolding Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11168 · IC 5760 | On time 13:39 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 17:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
ECE 394 | On time 14:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h52 | 17:44 Kolding Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11172 · IC 5762 | On time 15:39 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 19:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
RJ 382 | On time 16:57 Hamburg Altona | 2h47 | 19:44 Kolding Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11176 · IC 5764 | On time 17:39 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 21:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
ECE 392 | On time 18:53 Hamburg Hbf | 2h51 | 21:44 Kolding Station | 0 changesdirect | |
11180 · IC 5766 | 19:39 Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 23:32 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
11186 · IC 5750 | On time 22:39 Hamburg Hbf | 8h37 | 7:16 Kolding Station | 1 change | |
11288 · 11188 · IC 5750 | On time 23:38 Hamburg Hbf | 7h38 | 7:16 Kolding Station | 2 changes | |
11292 · 11050+ 5716+ R 5014 | 1:38 Hamburg Hbf | 7h15 | 8:53 Kolding Station | 5 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Kolding run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Discover the best of Kolding — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kolding trip today.
Major design museum set in a former hospital, with Danish design, crafts, temporary exhibitions and a pleasant garden.
Museum about Trapholt's art, design and furniture, beautifully placed by Kolding Fjord with indoor and outdoor experiences.
Local history museum presenting Kolding's development, everyday life and changing exhibitions in the castle setting.
Castle lake promenade ideal for a relaxed walk, with waterside views, swans and easy access to central Kolding sights.
Popular city park with lawns, flowerbeds, paths and a lakeside setting close to the town centre and Koldinghus.
Green area on the fjord with beach, forest edges and quiet walking routes, popular with locals for fresh air and views.
Open rye bread sandwich topped with pickled herring, curry salad, onion or egg. A classic Danish lunch staple found across Jutland and the islands.
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and deeply rooted in home cooking.
A cold buttermilk soup with pieces of kammerjunker biscuits. This traditional summer dessert is nostalgic, refreshing and widely loved in Denmark.
Stylish modern restaurant in central Kolding serving seasonal Danish and European dishes in a relaxed, contemporary setting.
Well-regarded restaurant with refined seasonal cooking and an elegant setting by Kolding Fjord.
Popular casual venue known for hearty Danish fare, beer and a lively atmosphere near the city centre.
Kolding is moderate for Denmark: hotels and dining cost more than in much of Europe, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Small rounding in taxis is enough; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Kolding 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 Kolding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Kolding trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kolding station pair, with some services arriving at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus). Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Kolding 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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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.
Kolding has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Valdemar, Stay Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kolding. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kolding. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kolding: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kolding: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kolding: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Kolding, Hotel Koldingfjord, Comwell Kolding.
Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus).
Available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus): The station is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
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