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Museum Sønderjylland – Kulturhistorie Tønder
Museum on Tønder’s cultural history, furniture, silver and lace, housed in historic buildings in the old town.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 19 Sept
10
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Tønder is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Tønder will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Hamburg to Tønder you need to make at least one change.
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5708Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Tønder among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £43, while a flight costs an average of £512.
Distance: 168 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £512 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Tønder:
A train is £469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Tønder costing on average £512.
Other travel options to Tønder take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 16m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.04. The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Tønder trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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11008+ 5704 | 8:32 Hamburg Altona | 2h53 | 11:25 Tønder station | 1 change | |
11008 · R 5042+ 5704 | 8:32 Hamburg Altona | 3h03 | 11:35 Toender Nord st | 2 changes | |
11012+ 5706 | 10:32 Hamburg Altona | 2h53 | 13:25 Tønder station | 1 change | |
11012 · R 5054+ 5706 | 10:32 Hamburg Altona | 3h03 | 13:35 Toender Nord st | 2 changes | |
11016 · R 5066+ 5708 | 12:32 Hamburg Altona | 3h03 | 15:35 Toender Nord st | 2 changes | |
11016+ 5708 | 12:32 Hamburg Altona | 2h53 | 15:25 Tønder station | 1 change | |
11020 · R 5074+ 5710 | 14:32 Hamburg Altona | 3h03 | 17:35 Toender Nord st | 2 changes | |
11020+ 5710 | 14:32 Hamburg Altona | 2h53 | 17:25 Tønder station | 1 change | |
11024+ 5712 | 16:32 Hamburg Altona | 2h53 | 19:25 Tønder station | 1 change | |
11024 · R 5082+ 5712 | 16:32 Hamburg Altona | 3h03 | 19:35 Toender Nord st | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Tønder run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 1:07 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Discover the best of Tønder — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tønder trip today.
Museum on Tønder’s cultural history, furniture, silver and lace, housed in historic buildings in the old town.
Art museum with Nordic modern and contemporary works, especially notable for Hans J. Wegner furniture and clean galleries.
Open-air archaeological attraction with reconstructed Iron Age settings and exhibitions about early life in the marshlands.
Elegant old street lined with lime trees, thatched houses and a memorable approach to Schackenborg in Møgeltønder.
Central pedestrian street with historic façades, shops and easy access to Tønder’s churches, museums and town atmosphere.
Green marsh area and walking landscape near Højer, popular for birdlife, wide views and a sense of the Wadden Sea setting.
Traditional Southern Jutland coffee table spread with many cakes and buns, served with coffee at gatherings. A hallmark of Tønder and the wider border region.
Rich brown cabbage stew slowly cooked with pork, often served with potatoes and sausages. A classic winter dish in Southern Jutland homes.
Creamed kale cooked with butter and often served with ham or sausages and potatoes. Deeply traditional in Southern Jutland during colder months.
Cosy restaurant in central Tønder serving Danish and European dishes, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Established hotel restaurant offering classic Danish fare and seasonal dishes in a traditional, comfortable setting in Tønder.
Casual café and eatery known for brunch, coffee and light meals in a friendly town-centre setting popular with locals and visitors.
Tønder is Moderate for Denmark. Hotels and meals cost less than Copenhagen, but dining and transport still feel pricey compared with much of Europe.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Tønder 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 Tønder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Tønder trains use the Hamburg-Altona to Toender Nord st station pair, with some services arriving at Tønder St.. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Tønder train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
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.
Toender Nord st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Toender Nord st.
ATMs are available at Toender Nord st.
Available at Toender Nord st: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toender Nord st.
Tønder St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rosengården, Café Victoria
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Tønder St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tønder St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tønder St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tønder St.: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tønder St.: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hostrups Hotel, Hotel Tønderhus, Motel Apartments.
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