- 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 on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padborg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padborg to Hamburg will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Padborg to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
ECE 1199
RJ 383
IC 5755 · 11167
ECE 393
IC 5757 · 11171
RJ 383
RJ 385
ECE 1199
ECE 393
IC 5757 · 11171Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padborg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 145 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Padborg to Hamburg:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padborg to Hamburg costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.16. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 2h 4m 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB).
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 Padborg to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:02 Padborg | 2h46 | 12:48 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:42 Padborg | 2h40 | 14:22 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:02 Padborg | 2h06 | 14:08 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
RJ 383 | On time 9:02 Padborg Station | 1h46 | 10:48 Hamburg Altona | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5755 · 11167 | On time 9:42 Padborg Station | 2h40 | 12:22 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Padborg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
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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.
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A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
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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.
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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 Padborg 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 Padborg to Hamburg trains use the Padborg st to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Padborg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Padborg st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Padborg st.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Padborg st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Padborg st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padborg st: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padborg st: Ramps, restrooms.
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 Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
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