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Heimatmuseum Uelzen
Regional museum on Uelzen and the Heath, with local history, archaeology and changing displays in a historic setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
39 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
52 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Uelzen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Uelzen will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Hamburg to Uelzen, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
82117
82119
82115
ICE 73
ECE 5
ICE 73
ECE 5
82117
82119
82115Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Uelzen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 77 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (47m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £12 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.
Direct services run with metronom, Deutsche Bahn.
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 Uelzen trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 5 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h39 | 9:08 Uelzen station | 0 changesdirect | |
82115 | 8:56 Hamburg Hbf | 1h01 | 9:57 Uelzen station | 0 changesdirect | |
82117 | 9:56 Hamburg Hbf | 1h01 | 10:57 Uelzen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 73 | On time 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0h39 | 11:08 Uelzen station | 0 changesdirect | |
82119 | 10:56 Hamburg Hbf | 1h01 | 11:57 Uelzen station | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Hamburg to Uelzen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 39m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Uelzen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Uelzen trip today.
Regional museum on Uelzen and the Heath, with local history, archaeology and changing displays in a historic setting.
Nearby museum village with historic farm buildings and rural life displays. Worth the short trip for context on the region around Uelzen.
Museum dedicated to Uelzen’s railway story and the station area. A worthwhile stop for transport and local history enthusiasts.
Central square framed by historic buildings, shops and events. A practical starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Old town streets with brick façades, small shops and civic buildings. Best explored slowly to appreciate Uelzen’s Hanseatic character.
Green riverside park and walking area along the Ilmenau. Good for a break from sightseeing and an easy stroll close to the centre.
A hearty Lower Saxony stew of kale, potatoes and sausage or pork. It is a cold-season staple across the region around Uelzen.
A rustic potato soup often enriched with root vegetables, bacon or sausage. It reflects the area’s strong potato-growing tradition.
Small pan-fried river fish from the Elbe region, usually served whole with lemon. A traditional northern speciality linked to local waterways.
Well-known Greek restaurant with generous portions, grilled meats and a friendly casual atmosphere.
Traditional German restaurant in Uelzen serving hearty regional dishes in a relaxed, classic setting.
Established Italian venue known for pizza, pasta and a comfortable dining room suitable for families and groups.
Moderate for Germany. Accommodation and dining are usually lower than in major cities, while rail travel and some hotel rates can raise overall visitor costs.
Service is often included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés for good service.
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Uelzen station -> Uelzen Market Square, Uelzen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Uelzen 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 Uelzen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Uelzen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Uelzen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Uelzen 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 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.
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.
Uelzen 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: Asado Nova, LE BISTRO, Lässig, Peking
Wi-Fi is available at Uelzen. ATMs are available at Uelzen.
Ticket office support is available at Uelzen. Information desks are available at Uelzen.
Luggage storage is available at Uelzen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uelzen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uelzen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uelzen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Johnsburg, Hotel "Am Stern", Bürgerhotel, Stadthalle Uelzen.
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