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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1091 · ICE 2046:206h55Kaiserslautern Hbf13:15Hamburg Hbf£351One-way1 change- 12755 · ICE 92021:509h00Kaiserslautern Hbf6:50Hamburg Hbf£361One-way1 change
- 4142 · ICE 6165:286h47Kaiserslautern Hbf12:15Hamburg Hbf£441One-way1 change
- S3 · IC 6047023:018h52Kaiserslautern Hbf7:53Hamburg Hbf£611One-way1 change
- 4142 · ICE 378 · ICE 7765:286h08Kaiserslautern Hbf11:36Hamburg Hbf£631One-way2 changes
- 4142 · ICE 378 · ICE 7765:286h08Kaiserslautern Hbf11:36Hamburg Hbf£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 9553 · 4162 · ICE 78415:386h19Kaiserslautern Hbf21:57Hamburg Hbf£921One-way2 changes
- 4114 · ICE 594 · 4532 · ICE 58416:346h23Kaiserslautern Hbf22:57Hamburg Hbf£921One-way3 changes
- 4116 · ICE 276 · 4164 · ICE 78217:346h23Kaiserslautern Hbf23:57Hamburg Hbf£711One-way3 changes
- ICE 1091 · ICE 694 · 4506 · ICE 6846:206h37Kaiserslautern Hbf12:57Hamburg Hbf£691One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Kaiserslautern to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 485 km
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£99 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £148 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Kaiserslautern to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Kaiserslautern to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1091 · ICE 204 | On time 6:20 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h55 | 13:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4144 · ICE 2514 | Delayed 6:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h35 | 12:24 12:24Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 614 | Delayed 7:02 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 7h13 | 12:39 12:39Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 614 · ICE 1022 | On time 7:02 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h47 | 13:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S1 · ECE 8 | Delayed 7:32 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h57 | 13:29 13:29Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S1 · ICE 1012 · ICE 614 | Delayed 7:32 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h43 | 12:39 12:39Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4146 · ICE 202 | On time 8:34 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h41 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4146 · ICE 692 · ICE 772 | Delayed 8:34 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h55 | 14:29 14:29Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 563 · ICE 772 | Delayed 9:11 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h18 | 14:29 14:29Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S1 · ICE 74 | Delayed 9:32 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 6h57 | 15:29 15:29Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg
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Trains from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Kaiserslautern to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Kaiserslautern and Hamburg from £28. 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.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Kaiserslautern to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern and Hamburg
Most Kaiserslautern to Hamburg trains use the Kaiserslautern Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Kaiserslautern and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kaiserslautern station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Kaiserslautern Hbf from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern Hbf train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern 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 and drink
Food options include: Antalya, Orient Grill, Öz-Firat Döner Haus, San Marino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Altes Zollamt, Zum deutschen Michel.
Getting to Kaiserslautern West from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern West is 1 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserslautern West train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ronni's Bistro, Domino's, Pizza Attack, Pfaffgrill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern West. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern West. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Getting to Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken is 6 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burgschänke, Am Rathaus, Ciro, Anette Eistüte
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Kaiserslautern arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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