The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Leeuwarden will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICE 107 · RE 51734 · Bus 72010 · 373378:234h51Hamburg Hbf13:14Leeuwarden station£251One-way3 changes
ICE 107 · IC 1734 · Bus 72010 · 373378:234h51Hamburg Hbf13:14Leeuwarden station£361One-way3 changes
ICE 109 · RE 51732 · Bus 72011 · 3734510:234h51Hamburg Hbf15:14Leeuwarden station£401One-way3 changes
ICE 203 · RE 51638 · Bus 72013 · 3736114:234h51Hamburg Hbf19:14Leeuwarden station£541One-way3 changes
ICE 109 · IC 1732 · Bus 72011 · 3734510:234h51Hamburg Hbf15:14Leeuwarden station£541One-way3 changes
ICE 107 · IC 1734 · Bus 72010 · 373378:234h51Hamburg Hbf13:14Leeuwarden station£361One-way3 changes
ICE 107 · RE 51734 · Bus 72010 · 373378:234h51Hamburg Hbf13:14Leeuwarden station£251One-way3 changes
ICE 109 · IC 1732 · Bus 72011 · 3734510:234h51Hamburg Hbf15:14Leeuwarden station£541One-way3 changes
ICE 201 · IC 1730 · Bus 72012 · 3735312:234h51Hamburg Hbf17:14Leeuwarden station£541One-way3 changes
ICE 203 · IC 1638 · Bus 72013 · 3736114:234h51Hamburg Hbf19:14Leeuwarden station£681One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 282 km
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£51 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Leeuwarden train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Leeuwarden trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:42 Hamburg | 4h32 | 11:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:15 Hamburg | 4h59 | 12:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:42 Hamburg | 4h32 | 12:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Hamburg | 4h29 | 16:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Trains from Hamburg to Leeuwarden run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Leeuwarden trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Leeuwarden from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Hamburg to Leeuwarden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Leeuwarden 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 Leeuwarden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Leeuwarden
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg.
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
- Located in the main hall
- 252 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities
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