- 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
£15
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osnabrück to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osnabrück to Hamburg will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 18 trains that leave Osnabrück for Hamburg every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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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ICE 2310
ICE 616
ICE 614Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Osnabrück to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £191.
Distance: 196 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £299 Average Price |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Osnabrück to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 920 | Delayed 2:50 4:46Osnabrück Hbf | 2h00 | 4:50 4:50Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 618 | Delayed 6:29 9:15Osnabrück Hbf | 1h54 | 8:21 8:21Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1036 | Delayed 9:11 10:54Osnabrück Hbf | 1h44 | 10:42 10:42Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:15 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h40 | 12:55 Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 204 | Delayed 9:36 11:24Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 11:20 11:20Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 | Delayed 10:32 12:23Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | Delayed 11:34 13:24Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 13:18 13:18Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 612 | Delayed 12:29 14:23Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1032 | On time 14:54 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h45 | 16:39 Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 200 | Delayed 13:28 15:24Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 17:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 610 | Delayed 14:29 16:23Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 17:15 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h40 | 18:55 Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 108 | Delayed 15:28 17:24Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 19:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 518 | Delayed 16:29 18:23Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 106 | Delayed 17:28 19:24Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 21:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 516 | On time 20:23 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 104 | On time 21:23 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h53 | 23:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 514 | On time 22:23 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
14070+ 81944 | 22:27 Osnabrück Hbf | 3h17 | 1:44 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
ICE 618 | 9:19 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h54 | 11:13 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 206 | On time 9:24 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 11:16 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2310 | On time 9:54 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h41 | 11:35 Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 616 | On time 10:23 Osnabrück Hbf | 1h52 | 12:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Osnabrück to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück to Hamburg trains use the Osnabrück Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Osnabrück and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Osnabrück 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: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
Osnabrück Altstadt 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, Cafe Extrablatt, Cafe & Bar Celona, Café Mano Negra
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Romantikhotel Walhalla, Dom-Hotel, Hotel am Nikolaiort, Bergmann Boardinghouse.
Osnabrück-Sutthausen is 4 km from Osnabrück city centre. Public transport options include:
Osnabrück-Sutthausen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Parking.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
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-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.
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.
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