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Holstentor-Museum
Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Odense to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odense to Lübeck will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Odense to Lübeck, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.

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Trains from Odense to Lübeck run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Odense to Lübeck.
The table below shows live departures for Odense to Lübeck trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 4606 · RJ 383 · S3 · 11464 | 6:41 Odense sygehus st | 5h43 | 12:24 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4606 · RJ 383 · 11416 | 6:41 Odense sygehus st | 6h11 | 12:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 4606 · IC 50121 · IC 5755 · Bus 79105 | 6:41 Odense sygehus st | 7h11 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 6 changes | |
R 4606 · RJ 383 · 11165 · 11414 | 6:41 Odense sygehus st | 5h11 | 11:52 Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · Bus 79105 · 11169 | 7:31 Odense station | 6h21 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 5 changes | |
RJ 383 · S3 · 11464 | On time 7:36 Odense station | 4h48 | 12:24 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 383 · 11416 | On time 7:36 Odense station | 5h16 | 12:52 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 383 · 11165 · 11414+ 82175 | On time 7:36 Odense station | 4h16 | 11:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4614 · ECE 393 · 11468 | 8:41 Odense sygehus st | 5h43 | 14:24 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 4614 · ECE 393 · 11169 · 11418 | 8:41 Odense sygehus st | 5h11 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 393 · 11468 | On time 9:36 Odense station | 4h48 | 14:24 Lübeck Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 393 · 11169 · 11418+ 82179 | On time 9:36 Odense station | 4h16 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.
Extensive museum on the Hanseatic world in a restored monastery and new galleries, with immersive displays and harbour trade history.
Museum in the former Burgkloster with medieval art, sculpture and altarpieces, suited to visitors interested in sacred and civic history.
Main market square framed by the town hall and church, lively for sightseeing, seasonal events and short walks into the old town lanes.
Broad old town street lined with merchants’ houses, shops and courtyards, ideal for absorbing Lübeck’s urban character on foot.
Waterside promenade around the old town island, popular for relaxed walks, canal views and seeing church towers from changing angles.
Marzipan from Lübeck, made with a high almond content, is the city’s signature sweet and a protected regional speciality with a long Hanseatic tradition.
Labskaus is a northern sailors’ dish of corned beef, potatoes and beetroot, often served with herring and egg; it reflects Lübeck’s maritime heritage.
Pannfisch is pan-fried fish, usually with mustard sauce and potatoes. It is a classic north German harbour dish popular in and around Lübeck.
Refined seafood-focused restaurant with modern north German cooking and a calm, polished setting near the old town.
Well-known waterside fish restaurant serving fresh fish dishes and maritime classics in a relaxed, casual harbour-style atmosphere.
Historic marzipan café and restaurant known for Lübeck specialities, cakes and confectionery in an elegant traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and cafés are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Lübeck Hbf -> Holstentor, Lübeck
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Odense to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Odense to Lübeck trains use the Odense to Lübeck Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Odense and Lübeck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Odense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Flammen, Restaurant Under Lindetræet
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Odense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Odense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Odense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Odense: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Odense: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, First Hotel Grand, Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel.
Odense sygehus st is 2 km from Odense city centre. Public transport options include:
Odense sygehus st has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Odense sygehus st.
ATMs are available at Odense sygehus st.
Available at Odense sygehus st: Taxis, WC.
Available at Odense sygehus st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Odense sygehus st.
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck 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: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
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