1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 3 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horsens to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horsens to Hamburg will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Horsens to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
ICL 34 · IC 5759 · 11175
IC 440 · ECE 395
IC 432 · RJ 385
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171
IC 424 · ECE 393
IC 432 · RJ 385
IC 424 · ECE 393
IC 440 · ECE 395
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171
ICL 34 · IC 5759 · 11175Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horsens to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. 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 train costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £409.
Distance: 254 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £409 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg 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 Horsens to Hamburg:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Horsens to Hamburg costing on average £49.
A train is £371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Horsens to Hamburg costing on average £409.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 47m.
Flight takes on average 4h 29m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 3h 47m versus 3h 32m 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 Horsens to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICL 50050 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 15:49 Horsens station | 4h33 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICL 50066 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11291 | 19:49 Horsens station | 4h32 | 0:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
IC 424 · ECE 393 | On time 9:19 Horsens station | 3h49 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 9:49 Horsens station | 4h32 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 432 · RJ 385 | On time 11:19 Horsens station | 3h29 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
ICL 34 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 11:49 Horsens station | 4h33 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 440 · ECE 395 | On time 13:19 Horsens station | 3h54 | 17:13 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Horsens to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. 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 254 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
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 Horsens 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 Horsens to Hamburg trains use the Horsens St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Horsens and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Horsens 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 options include: Dollys, Restaurant Flammen
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Horsens St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Horsens St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horsens St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horsens St.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horsens St.: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Bygholm Park, Jørgensens Hotel, Zleep Hotel Horsens.
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 Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
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