1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 15 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeuwarden to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeuwarden to Hamburg will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Leeuwarden to Hamburg you need to make at least 3 changes.
37340 · Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · IC 2431
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · RE 52431
37332 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614
IC 638 · ICE 147 · ICE 200
37340 · Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612
37332 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · IC 2431
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · RE 52431
IC 634 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · ICE 202Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 282 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeuwarden to Hamburg:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeuwarden to Hamburg costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 24m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 4h 21m versus 3h 58m 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 Leeuwarden to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 630 · ICE 145 · ICE 202 | On time 8:46 Leeuwarden station | 6h29 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37332 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 614 | On time 9:16 Leeuwarden station | 4h59 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 634 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · ICE 202 | On time 9:46 Leeuwarden station | 5h29 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · IC 2431 | On time 9:50 Leeuwarden station | 5h25 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
37434 · 37934 · Bus 72044 · RE 52431 | On time 9:50 Leeuwarden station | 5h25 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 638 · ICE 147 · ICE 200 | On time 10:46 Leeuwarden station | 6h29 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
37340 · Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 612 | On time 11:16 Leeuwarden station | 4h59 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Leeuwarden to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Leeuwarden 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 Leeuwarden to Hamburg trains use the Leeuwarden to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Leeuwarden and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brasserie Oranje, Restaurant Wannee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leeuwarden. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leeuwarden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeuwarden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeuwarden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden, Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café, Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof.
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Taxis.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
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 Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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