The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Palermo
Cheapest price
£301
Average price
£301
Fastest journey
1 d 20 h 42 m
Average duration
1 d 20 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1738 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Palermo will cost around £301 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £301.
To travel from Hamburg to Palermo you need to make at least 4 changes.
22:2844h42Hamburg19:10Palermo£3011One-way4 changes
22:2844h42Hamburg19:10Palermo£3011One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, and a train costs an average of £301.
Distance: 1738 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£301 Average Price | £269 Average Price | £153 Average Price Cheapest |
45h 14m Average total duration 44h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 25m Average total duration 41h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hamburg to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Palermo trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:19 Hamburg | 44h51 | 19:10 Palermo | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Palermo
Trains from Hamburg to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 44h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £301 but you can travel from only £80 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 1738 km distance in 44h 42m.
Distance 1738 km |
Average train duration 44h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £301 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 44h 42m |
First train 8:42 |
Last train 21:10 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Palermo trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Palermo from £80. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Hamburg to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Palermo
- 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.
- 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
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
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