The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Rome
Cheapest price
£185
Average price
£355
Fastest journey
22 h 1 m
Average duration
23 h 5 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rome will cost around £355 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £185.
To travel from Hamburg to Rome you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+
Regionale TRENORD 2697+
InterCityNotte 79721:5132h02Hamburg Hbf5:53Rome Tiburtina£1851One-way3 changes
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+
FRECCIAROSSA 852921:5124h08Hamburg Hbf21:59Rome Tiburtina£1951One-way2 changes
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 932521:5122h33Hamburg Hbf20:24Rome Tiburtina£2101One-way3 changes
ICE 1707 · ICE 1501 · RJ 85+
Regionale TRENORD 269722:5031h03Hamburg Hbf5:53Rome Tiburtina£3051One-way4 changes
ICE 1707 · ICE 1501 · RJ 85+
FRECCIAROSSA 852922:5023h09Hamburg Hbf21:59Rome Tiburtina£3151One-way3 changes
ICE 921 · ICE 521 · RJ 1183+
FRECCIAROSSA 852522:2322h01Hamburg Hbf20:24Rome Tiburtina£5561One-way4 changes
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 932521:5122h33Hamburg Hbf20:24Rome Tiburtina£2101One-way3 changes
ICE 1707 · ICE 1501 · RJ 85+
FRECCIAROSSA 852922:5023h09Hamburg Hbf21:59Rome Tiburtina£3151One-way3 changes
ICE 921 · ICE 521 · RJ 1183+
FRECCIAROSSA 852922:2323h36Hamburg Hbf21:59Rome Tiburtina£5421One-way3 changes
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+
FRECCIAROSSA 852921:5124h08Hamburg Hbf21:59Rome Tiburtina£1951One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Hamburg to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £155.
Distance: 1312 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£174 Average Price | £172 Average Price | £112 Average Price Cheapest |
19h 55m Average total duration 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 19m Average total duration 28h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.9 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rome trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | On time 21:51 Hamburg Hbf | 22h33 | 20:24 Rome Tiburtina | 3 changes | |
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | On time 21:51 Hamburg Hbf | 24h08 | 21:59 Rome Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
ICE 1081 · EC 1281+ Regionale 3841+ Intercity 597 | On time 21:51 Hamburg Hbf | 23h57 | 21:48 Rome Tiburtina | 4 changes | |
ICE 1707 · ICE 1501 · RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | On time 22:50 Hamburg Hbf | 23h09 | 21:59 Rome Tiburtina | 3 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Rome
Trains from Hamburg to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £155 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 1312 km distance in 20h 4m.
Distance 1312 km |
Average train duration 19h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £155 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 20h 4m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte from Hamburg to Rome trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Hamburg and Rome from £65. 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.
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa
Intercity Notte
FAQs: Hamburg to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Rome
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
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