Herning to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,RE,ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Herning to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for 11 Jul

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£71

Fastest journey

4 h 49 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Trains per day

24

Distance

293 km

Cheap tickets

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 £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Herning to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnR 5363 · IC 2369 · ECE 1199
    17:055h51
    Herning Messecenter
    22:56Hamburg Hbf
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICL 764 · ECE 1199
    17:594h57
    Herning station
    22:56Hamburg Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICL 724 · ECE 393
    7:595h09
    Herning station
    13:08Hamburg Hbf
    £631One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnR 5307 · IC 2329 · ECE 393
    7:056h03
    Herning Messecenter
    13:08Hamburg Hbf
    £631One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICL 740 · ICL 50943 · ECE 395
    11:595h14
    Herning station
    17:13Hamburg Hbf
    £631One-way
    2 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 £21. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £175.

Distance: 293 km

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£48

Average Price

£37

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£333

Average Price

5h 7m

Average total duration

4h 37m

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4h 30m

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5h 25m

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2h 25m

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3h 0m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

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Live departures

Herning to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Herning to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnR 5305 · IC 2321 · RJ 383
On time
5:05 Herning Messecenter
5h43
10:48 Hamburg Altona
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5304 · ICL 50018 · IC 5755 · 111675:53 Herning Messecenter
6h29
12:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5902 · ICL 50014 · RJ 383
On time
5:59 Herning station
4h49
10:48 Hamburg Altona
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5910 · ICL 50018 · IC 5755 · 111676:59 Herning station
5h23
12:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5307 · IC 2329 · ECE 393
On time
7:05 Herning Messecenter
6h03
13:08 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5318 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 111717:53 Herning Messecenter
6h28
14:21 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 724 · ECE 393
On time
7:59 Herning station
5h09
13:08 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnR 5918 · ICL 50026 · IC 5757 · 111718:59 Herning station
5h22
14:21 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5319 · IC 2337 · RJ 385
On time
9:05 Herning Messecenter
5h43
14:48 Hamburg Altona
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5328 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 111759:53 Herning Messecenter
6h29
16:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5922 · ICL 50030 · RJ 385
On time
9:59 Herning station
4h49
14:48 Hamburg Altona
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5926 · ICL 50034 · IC 5759 · 1117510:59 Herning station
5h23
16:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5331 · IC 2345 · ECE 395
On time
11:05 Herning Messecenter
6h08
17:13 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5340 · ICL 50042 · IC 5761 · 1117911:53 Herning Messecenter
6h29
18:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 740 · ICL 50943 · ECE 395
On time
11:59 Herning station
5h14
17:13 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5934 · ICL 50042 · IC 5761 · 1117912:59 Herning station
5h23
18:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5343 · IC 2353 · ECE 397
On time
13:05 Herning Messecenter
5h56
19:01 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5348 · ICL 50050 · IC 5763 · 1118313:53 Herning Messecenter
6h29
20:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 748 · ECE 397
On time
13:59 Herning station
5h02
19:01 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnR 5942 · ICL 50050 · IC 5763 · 1118314:59 Herning station
5h23
20:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5356 · ICL 60058 · IC 5765 · 1118715:53 Herning Messecenter
6h29
22:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5950 · ICL 60058 · IC 5765 · 1118716:59 Herning station
5h23
22:22 Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnR 5363 · IC 2369 · ECE 1199
On time
17:05 Herning Messecenter
5h51
22:56 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICL 764 · ECE 1199
On time
17:59 Herning station
4h57
22:56 Hamburg Hbf
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Herning to Hamburg

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Trains from Herning to Hamburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
293 km
Average train duration
4h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Herning to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Herning and Hamburg from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Herning to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Herning to Hamburg covers a distance of 293 km and takes approximately 4h 46m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Herning to Hamburg is 293 km.
The first train from Herning to Hamburg leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Herning to Hamburg departs at 23:56.
Trains from Herning to Hamburg run approximately 16 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Herning to Hamburg.
To get from Herning to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Herning to Hamburg.
The train station in Herning that goes to Hamburg is Herning station, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Herning to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Herning to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Herning to Hamburg offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it traverses the Danish countryside, characterised by rolling fields and small towns. As it approaches Hamburg, the scenery becomes more urban.
A day trip from Herning to Hamburg is not feasible as the travel time is 4h 46m, exceeding the 120-minute limit. The journey covers 293 km and trains run 14 times per day.
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Herning to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Herning and Hamburg

Most Herning to Hamburg trains use the Herning St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Herning and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Herning
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Herning station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Herning to Hamburg leave from Herning St.. The station is 1 km from Herning city centre at Banegårdspladsen 1, 7400 Herning, Denmark.
Herning St.Banegårdspladsen 1, 7400 Herning, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Herning St. from Herning city centre

Bus11, 10, 9, 8, 1, 7, 3, 150, 15, 140, 102, 101 · 3m · £13 · every ~14 min

Herning St. train station facilities and services

Herning St. 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Flammen Herning, Brdr. Price Herning

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Herning St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Herning St.. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Herning St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Herning St.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Herning St.: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel DGI Huset Herning, Best Western Plus Hotel Eyde, Scandic Regina.

Herning Messecenter7400 Herning, DenmarkDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
City-centre transport

Getting to Herning Messecenter from Herning city centre

Herning Messecenter is 2 km from Herning city centre. Public transport options include:

Train030 · 2m · every ~2 min
Bus81, 6 · 7m · £13 · every ~2 min

Herning Messecenter train station facilities and services

Herning Messecenter has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Herning Messecenter.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Herning Messecenter: WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Herning Messecenter.

Birk Centerpark St.7400 Herning, DenmarkDiningAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Birk Centerpark St. from Herning city centre

Birk Centerpark St. is 3 km from Herning city centre. Public transport options include:

Train030 · 3m · every ~2 min
Bus032 · 8m
5 · 15m · £13 · every ~3 min

Birk Centerpark St. train station facilities and services

Birk Centerpark St. has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Birk Centerpark St..

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birk Centerpark St..

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