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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£56

Average price

£94

Fastest journey

10 h 20 m

Average duration

10 h 40 m

Trains per day

7

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 £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.

Fast trains

To travel from Kraków to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche BahnIC 37106+Koleje DolnośląskieKD 69155+trilexTLX 5688+Deutsche BahnRB 68836
14:3316h39
Kraków Główny
07:12Hamburg Hbf
£561One-way
6 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 37104+Koleje DolnośląskieKD 69579+Deutsche BahnR 76211 · RB 68802
15:4318h10
Kraków Główny
09:53Hamburg Hbf
£851One-way
6 changes
Deutsche BahnEIP 3550 · EC 40 · ICE 700
13:4611h14
Kraków Główny
01:00Hamburg Hbf
£851One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 58 · ICE 706
11:4910h20
Kraków Główny
22:09Hamburg Hbf
£951One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnEC 56 · ICE 1718
08:0210h21
Kraków Główny
18:23Hamburg Hbf
£1061One-way
1 change

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 coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £114.

Distance: 785 km

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£92

Average Price

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£229

Average Price

9h 46m

Average total duration

9h 16m

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Additional time*

12h 56m

Average total duration

12h 26m

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5h 45m

Average total duration

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2h 45m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

2.4 - 4.7kg

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Kraków to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnEC 56 · ICE 1718
On time
07:02 Kraków Główny
10h21
17:23 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnIC 3806 · EC 46 · ICE 1708
On time
07:33 Kraków Główny
10h38
18:11 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
deutsche_bahnTLK 38110 · EC 44 · ICE 1706
On time
09:23 Kraków Główny
10h46
20:09 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 58 · ICE 706
On time
10:49 Kraków Główny
10h20
21:09 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnEIP 3550 · EC 40 · ICE 700
On time
12:46 Kraków Główny
11h14
00:00 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Kraków to Hamburg?

The best time to book your train from Kraków to Hamburg is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Kraków to Hamburg route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Kraków to Hamburg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Kraków to Hamburg.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Kraków to Hamburg

PolandPoland
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Kraków to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
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
9h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
10h 6m
First train
00:10
Last train
23:50
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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 6m
Cheapest Price
£42
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 Duration
10h 6m
Cheapest Price
£44
PKP Intercity frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Kraków to Hamburg train

FAQs: Travel by train from Kraków to Hamburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kraków to Hamburg.
FAQs
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 distance from Kraków to Hamburg is 785 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Kraków to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £92.
To get from Kraków to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Kraków to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £35.
The train journey from Kraków to Hamburg covers a distance of 785 km and takes approximately 10h 6m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Kraków that goes to Hamburg is Kraków Główny, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The first train from Kraków to Hamburg leaves at 0:10.
Yes, you can take the train from Kraków to Hamburg.
The last train from Kraków to Hamburg departs at 23:50.
Trains from Kraków to Hamburg run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kraków to Hamburg.
There is no night train service from Kraków to Hamburg.

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Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Hamburg

Kraków
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Kraków is Kraków Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kraków Główny for your trip from Kraków to Hamburg.
Kraków GłównyWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Pawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Pawia Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Restauracja Browar Lubicz
  • Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • PLN 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
  • PURO Kraków Stare Miasto
  • Vienna House Andel's Cracow
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 6-10 for long-distance and international trains
Public transport options for Kraków Główny
  • Tram: Lines 3, 5, 19, 50
  • Bus: Several lines available

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