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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£45

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£86

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

9 h 59 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

10 h 31 m

Trains on 17 Sept

10

Distance

785 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kraków to Hamburg will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Kraków to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · ICE 508
    5:5711h27
    Kraków Główny
    17:24Hamburg Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnTLK 35171 · EC 248 · S7 · ICE 602
    0:2812h56
    Kraków Główny
    13:24Hamburg Hbf
    £541One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 802
    4:119h59
    Kraków Główny
    14:10Hamburg Hbf
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3816 · IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 800
    4:4111h29
    Kraków Główny
    16:10Hamburg Hbf
    £541One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · RJ 382
    5:5710h27
    Kraków Główny
    16:24Hamburg Hbf
    £631One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Kraków to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £184.

Distance: 785 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

£184

Average Price

£127

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 35m

Average total duration

11h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 52m

Average total duration

12h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 42m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

2.4 - 4.7kg

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Hamburg is a train with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Hamburg:

A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kraków to Hamburg costing on average £56.

A train is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Hamburg costing on average £184.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 5m.

Coach takes on average 12h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kraków and Hamburg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £127 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £75. The journey takes 11h 5m versus 8h 41m 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.

Live departures

Kraków to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 802
On time
4:11 Kraków Główny
9h59
14:10 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3816 · IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 8004:41 Kraków Główny
11h29
16:10 Hamburg Hbf5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · RJ 382
On time
5:57 Kraków Główny
10h27
16:24 Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 132 · ICE 508
Delayed
5:57 Kraków Główny
11h27
15:31 15:31Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnEC 56 · S5 · ICE 1206
On time
8:01 Kraków Główny
10h09
18:10 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnEIP 3508 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506
Delayed
8:02 Kraków Główny
11h23
17:32 17:32Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 134 · 18434 · 75826 · S5
On time
9:45 Kraków Główny
10h40
20:25 Hamburg Hbf
4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 134 · ICE 504
Delayed
9:45 Kraków Główny
11h39
19:33 19:33Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnEIP 3506 · EC 44 · S5 · ICE 504
Delayed
10:02 Kraków Główny
11h22
19:33 19:33Hamburg Hbf
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kraków to Hamburg

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Trains from Kraków to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 785 km distance in 10h 4m.

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 £35
Distance
785 km
Average train duration
11h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
10h 4m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
35 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 £35

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Kraków to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Kraków and Hamburg from £35. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
10h 4m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£36
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.
Quiet zone

PKP Intercity

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average PKP Intercity Duration
11h 17m
Cheapest PKP Intercity Price
£75
PKP Intercity frequency
2 a day

Complete guide to Hamburg

Things to do in Hamburg

Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.

  • Must visit

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.

  • Recommended

Deichtorhallen Hamburg

Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.

  • Recommended

Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg

Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Kraków to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków 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 Kraków to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Kraków to Hamburg covers a distance of 785 km and takes approximately 10h 4m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Kraków to Hamburg is 785 km.
The first train from Kraków to Hamburg leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Kraków to Hamburg departs at 23:50.
Trains from Kraków to Hamburg run approximately 10 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kraków to Hamburg.
To get from Kraków to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Kraków to Hamburg.
The train station in Kraków that goes to Hamburg is Kraków Główny, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Kraków to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Kraków 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 Kraków to Hamburg offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of southern Poland and the rolling hills of the Czech Republic. While urban and industrial areas also feature along the route, there are stretches of natural beauty for passengers to enjoy.
A day trip from Kraków to Hamburg is not feasible as the journey takes 10h 4m and the distance is 785 km. Trains run 8 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 Kraków to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Hamburg

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

Departure train stations in Kraków
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Kraków station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Kraków to Hamburg leave from Kraków Główny. The station is 1 km from Kraków city centre at Pawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland.
Kraków GłównyPawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland+48 12 393 22 22WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Kraków Główny from Kraków city centre

Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:

BusA1, A14, A40, A44, A56, A64 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~14 min
Tram3, 69 · 4m · every ~13 min

Kraków Główny train station facilities and services

Kraków Główny 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: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.

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