1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
3 h 20 m
Trains on 12 Sept
4
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hengelo to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hengelo to Hamburg will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Hengelo to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
20365 · ICE 614
ICE 145 · ICE 202
20361 · ICE 2310
20363 · ICE 1036
20363 · ICE 1036
20361 · ICE 2310
ICE 145 · ICE 202
20365 · ICE 614Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hengelo to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. 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 coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 260 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Hengelo to Hamburg:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hengelo to Hamburg costing on average £46.
A coach is £107 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hengelo to Hamburg costing on average £130.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Coach takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 33m 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 Hengelo to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20377 · ICE 518 | Delayed 16:34 Hengelo station | 3h41 | 18:23 18:23Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 241 · ICE 106 | On time 17:52 Hengelo station | 3h23 | 21:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
20381 · ICE 516 | On time 18:34 Hengelo station | 3h41 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 243 · ICE 104 | On time 19:52 Hengelo station | 3h25 | 23:17 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
20385 · ICE 514 | On time 20:34 Hengelo station | 3h41 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
20387 · 14072+ 81946 | 21:34 Hengelo station | 5h09 | 2:43 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE RS23 · 20233 · 90045 · ICE 1541 | 22:18 Hengelo station | 7h47 | 6:05 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE RS23 · 20235 · ICE 920 | On time 23:18 Hengelo station | 7h32 | 6:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
20361 · ICE 2310 | On time 8:34 Hengelo station | 3h12 | 11:46 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
20363 · ICE 1036 | On time 9:34 Hengelo station | 3h04 | 12:38 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
20365 · ICE 614 | On time 10:34 Hengelo station | 3h41 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 145 · ICE 202 | On time 11:53 Hengelo station | 3h22 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hengelo to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hengelo to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hengelo to Hamburg trains use the Hengelo to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Hengelo and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hengelo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: IKEA Restaurant Hengelo, Restaurant Intenzo, Humphrey's Hengelo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hengelo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hengelo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hengelo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hengelo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Hengelo, City Hotel Hengelo, Stravinsky Eten · Drinken · Slapen.
Hengelo Gezondheidspark is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Gezondheidspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Parking.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Hengelo Oost is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Oost has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Oost.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Oost.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Oost.
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-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.
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.
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