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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeuwarden to Hamburg
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
282 km
Cheap tickets
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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeuwarden for Hamburg every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
09:164h58
Leeuwarden14:14Hamburg
£231One-way
0 changes
08:505h24
Leeuwarden14:14Hamburg
£311One-way
0 changes
07:164h58
Leeuwarden12:14Hamburg
£681One-way
0 changes
09:164h58
Leeuwarden14:14Hamburg
£231One-way
0 changes
07:164h58
Leeuwarden12:14Hamburg
£681One-way
0 changes
08:505h24
Leeuwarden14:14Hamburg
£311One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeuwarden to Hamburg
Omio 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 prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 282 km
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£54 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Leeuwarden to Hamburg train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:16 Leeuwarden | 4h58 | 12:14 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Leeuwarden | 5h24 | 14:14 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:16 Leeuwarden | 4h58 | 14:14 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeuwarden to Hamburg
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Leeuwarden to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £16 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 £16
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 23:49 |
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 £16
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leeuwarden to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leeuwarden and Hamburg from £16. 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 Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£15
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.
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.
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.
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
FAQs: Leeuwarden to Hamburg train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leeuwarden 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 Leeuwarden to Hamburg.
The train distance from Leeuwarden to Hamburg is 282 km.
To get from Leeuwarden to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Leeuwarden to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Leeuwarden to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Leeuwarden to Hamburg covers a distance of 282 km and takes approximately 4h 55m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Leeuwarden to Hamburg leaves at 0:45.
The cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £16.
The train station in Leeuwarden that goes to Hamburg is Leeuwarden station, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The last train from Leeuwarden to Hamburg departs at 23:49.
Trains from Leeuwarden to Hamburg run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeuwarden to Hamburg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leeuwarden to Hamburg.
There is no night train service from Leeuwarden to Hamburg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeuwarden and Hamburg
Leeuwarden
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Leeuwarden is Leeuwarden. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeuwarden for your trip from Leeuwarden to Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg.
Dining
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 252 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
Public transport options for Leeuwarden
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities
The major train station for arrivals in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your journey to Hamburg from Leeuwarden.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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