- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
8 h 39 m
Average duration
9 h 24 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Hamburg will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 27 trains that leave Linköping for Hamburg 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 640 km distance in an average of 9 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 49 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.
10301 Snälltåget
10301 Snälltåget+
1 Östgötatrafiken
10301 Snälltåget+
575 Östgötatrafiken
345 SJ
R 1165 · IC 50107 · IC 5753 · 11163
R 1107 · ECE 1199+
X2 533
R 1059 · ECE 395+
X2 521
R 1145 · RJ 387 · ECE 13467+
X2 543
545 X 2000 · 345 SJ+
1153 Öresundstågen
545 X 2000 · 345 SJ+
1153 ÖresundstågenOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 640 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest | £297 Average Price |
10h 9m Average total duration Fastest 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration 14h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
X2 521+ R 1059 · ECE 395 | On time 8:07 Linköping Central Station | 8h57 | 17:04 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
X2 521+ R 1059 · ECE 2605 | On time 8:07 Linköping Central Station | 8h57 | 17:04 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
X2 523+ R 1071 · ECE 397 | On time 9:04 Linköping Central Station | 9h50 | 18:54 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
X2 523+ R 1067 · IC 851 · IC 5763 | 9:04 Linköping Central Station | 11h09 | 20:13 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
X2 523+ R 1071 · ECE 2607 | On time 9:04 Linköping Central Station | 9h50 | 18:54 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes |
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Trains from Linköping to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 640 km distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 640 km |
Average train duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
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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Hamburg Hbf -> Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping 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 Linköping to Hamburg trains use the Linköping Centralstation to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Linköping and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linköping Centralstation 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 options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Linköping, Köpmansgränd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd.
Available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Linköping, Åbylund is 1 km from Linköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Linköping, Åbylund has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Linköping, Åbylund. ATMs are available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Available at Linköping, Åbylund: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Åbylund: Wheelchair accessible platforms available.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
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