The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Svendborg
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Svendborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Svendborg will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 4 trains that leave Hamburg for Svendborg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 3 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Svendborg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Svendborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 169 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Svendborg train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Svendborg trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:55 Hamburg | 6h26 | 21:21 Svendborg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
![]() | 09:43 Hamburg | 7h03 | 16:46 Svendborg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:53 Hamburg | 4h23 | 15:16 Svendborg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Svendborg
Trains from Hamburg to Svendborg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Svendborg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Svendborg from £23. 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.
FAQs: Hamburg to Svendborg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Svendborg 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 Svendborg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Svendborg
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 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: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Jernbanegade.
- Restaurant Svendborgsund
- Under Uret
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Svendborg
- Best Western Plus Hotel Svendborg
- Hotel Ærø
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Odense and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to nearby islands
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