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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen Central Station for Hamburg Hbf every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175IC 50145 · IC 55761 · RE 11179IC 50129 · IC 55757 · RE 11171EC 395EC 397EC 395EC 397IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175IC 50129 · IC 55757 · RE 11171IC 50145 · IC 55761 · RE 11179
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf 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 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £147.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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£62 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £343 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 50129 · IC 55757 · RE 11171 | On time 07:00 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h15 | 13:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| EC 395 | On time 08:56 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h04 | 14:00 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 | On time 09:00 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h15 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 50145 · IC 55761 · RE 11179 | On time 10:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h18 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| EC 397 | On time 12:56 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h04 | 18:00 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 04:14 |
Last train 21:40 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Hamburg Hbf from £21. 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.
Oresundstag
FAQs: Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen Central Station and Hamburg Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 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. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
Most popular train connections from Copenhagen Central Station
Most popular trains to and from Hamburg Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station
Most popular train connections to Hamburg Hbf
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