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Landesmuseum Kunst & Kulturgeschichte Oldenburg
Art and cultural history museum inside Oldenburg Castle. Visit for period rooms, paintings and an accessible introduction to the city’s ducal past.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 35 m
Trains on 05 Sept
33
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Oldenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Oldenburg will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Hamburg to Oldenburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 619+
RS30
ICE 1040+
82035
ICE 207 · RE 52034
ICE 617 · 4426
ICE 615 · 4422
ICE 2215+
RS30
ICE 2311+
RS30
ICE 519 · 4410
ICE 109 · IC 2432
ICE 109 · RE 52432Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Oldenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 129 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Oldenburg:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Oldenburg costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Oldenburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 6m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 2h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Oldenburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 107 · RE 52434 | On time 8:42 Hamburg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 107 · IC 2434 | On time 8:42 Hamburg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519 · 4410 | On time 9:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 11:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519+ RS30 | On time 9:45 Hamburg Hbf | 2h16 | 12:01 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · IC 2432 | On time 10:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 12:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · RE 52432 | On time 10:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 12:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1033+ RS30 | On time 11:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1h51 | 13:01 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 1033+ RS30 | On time 11:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1h43 | 12:53 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 611 · 4414 | On time 11:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 13:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 611+ RS30 | On time 11:45 Hamburg Hbf | 2h16 | 14:01 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · RE 52430 | On time 12:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 14:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · IC 2430 | On time 12:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 14:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201+ RS30 | On time 12:45 Hamburg Hbf | 2h17 | 15:02 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 2311+ RS30 | 13:12 Hamburg Hbf | 1h43 | 14:55 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2311+ RS30 | 13:12 Hamburg Hbf | 1h50 | 15:02 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 2311+ RS30 | Delayed 11:26 13:23Hamburg Harburg | 1h32 | 14:55 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2311+ RS30 | Delayed 11:26 13:23Hamburg Harburg | 1h39 | 15:02 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 613 · 4418 | On time 13:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 15:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 613+ RS30 | On time 13:45 Hamburg Hbf | 2h16 | 16:01 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 203 · RE 52038 | On time 14:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 16:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 203 · IC 2038 | On time 14:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 16:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1037+ RS30 | On time 15:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1h51 | 17:01 Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1 change | |
ICE 1037+ RS30 | On time 15:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1h43 | 16:53 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 615 · 4422 | On time 15:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 17:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 205 · RE 52036 | On time 16:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 18:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 205 · IC 2036 | On time 16:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 18:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2215+ RS30 | 17:12 Hamburg Hbf | 1h41 | 18:53 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2215+ RS30 | Delayed 15:27 17:23Hamburg Harburg | 1h30 | 18:53 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 · 4426 | On time 17:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 19:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 207 · RE 52034 | On time 18:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 20:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 207 · IC 2034 | On time 18:45 Hamburg Hbf | 1h38 | 20:23 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 619+ RS30 | On time 19:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1h43 | 20:53 Oldenburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Oldenburg run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Oldenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oldenburg trip today.
Art and cultural history museum inside Oldenburg Castle. Visit for period rooms, paintings and an accessible introduction to the city’s ducal past.
Engaging natural history and ethnology museum with exhibits on regional landscapes, animals and world cultures. A strong family-friendly choice.
Contemporary art museum known for changing exhibitions in a striking former Augusteum setting. Ideal for modern art visitors in the city centre.
Expansive landscaped palace gardens with ponds, lawns and mature trees. A relaxing local favourite for walking close to the centre.
Large central square framed by historic buildings, shops and cafés nearby. It is a practical starting point for exploring Oldenburg on foot.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the old centre, lined with historic façades and everyday city life. Good for a casual walk and people-watching.
Hearty kale stew cooked with sausages and smoked pork. A winter staple across north-west Germany and especially traditional in Oldenburg and Lower Saxony.
A smoked, coarse oat-and-pork sausage served with kale. It is one of the region’s most distinctive specialities and strongly tied to winter meals.
Pan-fried potatoes mixed with corned beef, onion and often topped with gherkin or beetroot. A classic northern German comfort dish.
Refined fine dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant setting. A strong choice for modern regional cooking in Oldenburg.
Well-known restaurant serving German and regional dishes in a historic waterside setting. Good for classic flavours in a relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional brewery venue known for hearty north German dishes and house beer. Lively, rustic atmosphere suited to local specialities.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Oldenburg (Oldb) Hbf -> Lappan, Oldenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Oldenburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) station pair, with some services arriving at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Oldenburg 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.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Oldenburg(Oldb) 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: Kingdom-Pizza, Flying Pizza, Korinth-Express, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). ATMs are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Information desks are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).
Nearby hotels include Antares, Hermes Hotel, Acara, Altera Hotel.
Oldenburg-Wechloy is 2 km from Oldenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldenburg-Wechloy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ali Baba, Cafe Merlin, Santorini, Rice Guys
Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. ATMs are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Information desks are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.
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