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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
6 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
7 h 16 m
Trains on 14 Sept
10
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hirtshals to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hirtshals to Hamburg will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Hirtshals to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
R 1804 · R 1914 · ICL 4026 · IC 5757
R 1832 · ICL 4066 · IC 5767 · 11191
R 1834 · R 1948 · ICL 4066 · IC 5767
R 1802 · IC 4124 · ECE 393
R 1810 · IC 4132 · RJ 385
R 1810 · IC 4132 · RJ 385
R 1820 · IC 4148 · ECE 397
R 1802 · IC 4124 · ECE 393
R 1816 · IC 4140 · ECE 395
R 1834 · R 1948 · ICL 4066 · IC 5767Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hirtshals to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £218.
Distance: 446 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £218 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg 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 Hirtshals to Hamburg:
A train is £170 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hirtshals to Hamburg costing on average £218.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 4m.
Flight takes on average 8h 32m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £40. The journey takes 7h 4m versus 5h 37m 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 Hirtshals to Hamburg trains for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 2120 · R 2122 · ICL 4042 · IC 5761 | 10:28 Hirtshals station | 7h54 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 2124 · R 2126 · IC 4148 · ECE 397 | On time 11:28 Hirtshals station | 7h33 | 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 2128 · R 2130 · ICL 4050 · IC 5763 | 12:28 Hirtshals station | 7h54 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
R 1802 · IC 4124 · ECE 393 | On time 5:56 Hirtshals station | 7h12 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 1804 · R 1914 · ICL 4026 · IC 5757 | 6:25 Hirtshals station | 7h56 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 1810 · IC 4132 · RJ 385 | On time 7:56 Hirtshals station | 6h52 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 1812 · R 1922 · ICL 4034 · IC 5759 | 8:25 Hirtshals station | 7h57 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 1816 · IC 4140 · ECE 395 | On time 9:57 Hirtshals station | 7h16 | 17:13 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 1816 · ICL 4042 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 9:57 Hirtshals station | 8h25 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hirtshals to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 446 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 446 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
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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 Hirtshals 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 Hirtshals to Hamburg trains use the Hirtshals St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Hirtshals and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hirtshals St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Abstrakt, Restaurant Lilleheden
Ticket office support is available at Hirtshals St..
Available at Hirtshals St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hirtshals St.: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hirtshals St.: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hirtshals, Montra Skaga Hotel, Motel Nordsøen.
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-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, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
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