The cheapest and fastest trains from Herning to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Herning to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Herning to Hamburg will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Herning to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 11799:514h57Herning Messecenter14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way2 changes
R 5321 · R 5920 · IC 50432 · ECE 11799:345h14Birk Centerpark St.14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way3 changes
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 117910:024h46Herning station14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way2 changes
R 5616 · IC 50432 · ECE 11799:285h20Birk Centerpark St.14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way2 changes
R 5332 · IC 50440 · ECE 39511:515h04Herning Messecenter16:55Hamburg Hbf£311One-way2 changes
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 117910:024h46Herning station14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way2 changes
R 5310 · IC 50424 · RJ 3858:024h50Herning station12:52Hamburg Altona£361One-way2 changes
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 11799:514h57Herning Messecenter14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way2 changes
R 5332 · IC 50440 · ECE 39511:515h04Herning Messecenter16:55Hamburg Hbf£311One-way2 changes
R 5321 · R 5920 · IC 50432 · ECE 11799:345h14Birk Centerpark St.14:48Hamburg Altona£301One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Herning to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herning to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £179.
Distance: 293 km
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£49 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £341 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Herning to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Herning to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5616 · IC 50432 · ECE 1179 | On time 9:28 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h20 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5321 · R 2341 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 9:34 Birk Centerpark St. | 6h48 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5321 · R 5920 · IC 50432 · ECE 1179 | On time 9:34 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h14 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 1179 | On time 9:51 Herning Messecenter | 4h57 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5320 · IC 50432 · ECE 1179 | On time 10:02 Herning station | 4h46 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5320 · IC 50432 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:02 Herning station | 6h20 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5321 · R 2341 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:05 Herning Messecenter | 6h17 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5620 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:28 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h54 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5327 · R 5924 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 | 10:34 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h48 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5327 · 11027+ 5727 | 10:34 Birk Centerpark St. | 6h48 | 17:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5924 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:59 Herning station | 5h23 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5327 · 11027+ 5727 | 11:02 Herning station | 6h20 | 17:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5327 · 11027+ 5727 | 11:05 Herning Messecenter | 6h17 | 17:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5332 · IC 50440 · ECE 395 | On time 11:51 Herning Messecenter | 5h04 | 16:55 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5332 · IC 50440 · ECE 395 | On time 12:02 Herning station | 4h53 | 16:55 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5333 · 11029+ 5729 | 12:02 Herning station | 6h20 | 18:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5333 · 11029+ 5729 | 12:05 Herning Messecenter | 6h17 | 18:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5339 · 11031+ 5731 | 13:05 Herning Messecenter | 6h17 | 19:22 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5344 · IC 50448 · ECE 397 | On time 13:51 Herning Messecenter | 5h10 | 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5345 · R 2357 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 14:05 Herning Messecenter | 6h17 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5310 · IC 50424 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:02 Herning station | 6h19 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5310 · IC 50424 · RJ 385 | 8:02 Herning station | 4h50 | 12:52 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5808 · R 5916 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 | 8:17 Herning Messecenter | 6h04 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5612 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:28 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h53 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 5317 · R 5916 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 | 8:34 Birk Centerpark St. | 5h47 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5916 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:59 Herning station | 5h22 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Herning to Hamburg
Trains from Herning to Hamburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Herning to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Herning and Hamburg from £22. 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: Herning to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herning 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Herning and Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Banegårdspladsen.
- Restaurant Flammen Herning
- Brdr. Price Herning
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel DGI Huset Herning
- Best Western Plus Hotel Eyde
- Scandic Regina
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and local connections
- 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
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
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