Paderborn to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paderborn to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Sept

Cheapest price on 13 Sept

£28

Average ticket price on 13 Sept

£77

Fastest journey on 13 Sept

3 h 18 m

Average journey duration on 13 Sept

3 h 19 m

Trains on 13 Sept

29

Distance

223 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Paderborn to Hamburg will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

To travel from Paderborn to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche Bahn90680 · 20386 · ICE 514
    20:213h54
    Paderborn Hbf
    0:15Hamburg Hbf
    £281One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 782
    20:153h42
    Paderborn Hbf
    23:57Hamburg Hbf
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 76
    8:153h23
    Paderborn Hbf
    11:38Hamburg Hbf
    £381One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnS5 · ECE 8
    10:153h18
    Paderborn Hbf
    13:33Hamburg Hbf
    £461One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 72
    16:153h23
    Paderborn Hbf
    19:38Hamburg Hbf
    £461One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Paderborn to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £440.

Distance: 223 km

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Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£37

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£440

Average Price

£37

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 45m

Average total duration

4h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 11m

Average total duration

5h 11m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paderborn to Hamburg is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Paderborn to Hamburg:

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paderborn to Hamburg costing on average £37.

A coach is £423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paderborn to Hamburg costing on average £440.

The fastest way to travel from Paderborn to Hamburg is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 15m.

Flight takes on average 5h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paderborn and Hamburg including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.12. The journey takes 4h 15m versus 3h 25m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Paderborn to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 76
On time
8:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h23
11:38 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90012 · ICE 6168:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
12:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn52277 · 4412 · ICE 1036+NordWestBahn750208:23 Paderborn Hbf
4h15
12:38 Hamburg Harburg3 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 774
On time
9:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h24
12:39 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 555 · ICE 684+NordWestBahn75026
Delayed
8:27 9:23Paderborn Hbf
3h34
12:57 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ECE 8
On time
10:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h18
13:33 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90016 · ICE 61410:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
14:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 772
On time
11:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h25
14:40 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 557 · ICE 682+NordWestBahn75034
Delayed
10:27 11:23Paderborn Hbf
3h34
14:57 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 74
On time
12:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h26
15:41 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90020 · ICE 61212:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
16:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 770
On time
13:13 Paderborn Hbf
3h26
16:39 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 559 · ICE 680+NordWestBahn75042
Delayed
12:27 13:23Paderborn Hbf
3h34
16:57 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 6
On time
14:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h20
17:35 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90024 · ICE 61014:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
18:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 57815:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h23
18:38 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn90670 · 20376 · ICE 108
On time
15:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
19:15 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 651 · ICE 588+NordWestBahn75054
Delayed
14:27 15:23Paderborn Hbf
3h21
18:44 Hamburg Harburg
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 72
On time
16:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h23
19:38 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90028 · ICE 518
On time
16:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
20:15 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 576
On time
17:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h18
20:33 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 653 · ICE 586+NordWestBahn75066
Delayed
16:27 17:23Paderborn Hbf
3h34
20:57 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS5 · ECE 4
On time
18:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h20
21:35 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90032 · ICE 516
On time
18:21 Paderborn Hbf
3h54
22:15 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS5 · ICE 574
On time
19:15 Paderborn Hbf
3h25
22:40 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 655 · ICE 584+NordWestBahn7507819:23 Paderborn Hbf
3h34
22:57 Hamburg Hbf2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Paderborn to Hamburg

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Trains from Paderborn to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 3h 34m.

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 £13
Distance
223 km
Average train duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
3h 34m
First train
0:15
Last train
23:52
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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 £13

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Paderborn to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Paderborn and Hamburg from £13. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£23
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Hamburg

Things to do in Hamburg

Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.

  • Must visit

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.

  • Recommended

Deichtorhallen Hamburg

Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.

  • Recommended

Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg

Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Paderborn to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paderborn 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Paderborn to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Paderborn to Hamburg covers a distance of 223 km and takes approximately 3h 34m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Paderborn to Hamburg is 223 km.
The first train from Paderborn to Hamburg leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Paderborn to Hamburg departs at 23:52.
Trains from Paderborn to Hamburg run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paderborn to Hamburg.
To get from Paderborn to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Paderborn to Hamburg.
The train station in Paderborn that goes to Hamburg is Paderborn Hbf, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Paderborn to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Paderborn to Hamburg offers some scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the North Rhine-Westphalia region and the Lower Saxony countryside. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, lush forests, and quaint villages along the way.
A day trip from Paderborn to Hamburg is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 34m each way. Trains run 7 times per day.
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Paderborn to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Paderborn and Hamburg

Most Paderborn to Hamburg trains use the Paderborn Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Paderborn and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Paderborn
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Paderborn station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Paderborn to Hamburg leave from Paderborn Hbf. The station is 1 km from Paderborn city centre at Paderborn Hbf, Bahnhofstr. 29, 33102 Paderborn.
Paderborn HbfPaderborn Hbf, Bahnhofstr. 29, 33102 PaderbornWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Paderborn Hbf from Paderborn city centre

Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb74 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus1, 5, 9, 23, 13, N1 · 3m · every ~14 min
R61, S60, 493, 471, 470, 411 · 8m

Paderborn Hbf train station facilities and services

Paderborn 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 and drink

Food options include: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.

Paderborn NordPaderborn Nord, Nordstr. 46, 33102 PaderbornWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Paderborn Nord from Paderborn city centre

Paderborn Nord is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb74 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus1, 5, 9, 23, 13, N1 · 3m · every ~14 min
R61, S60, 493, 471, 470, 411 · 8m

Paderborn Nord train station facilities and services

Paderborn Nord 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 and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria, Café Röhren, Cherusker Klause, Haci Baba

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Nord. ATMs are available at Paderborn Nord.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Nord. Information desks are available at Paderborn Nord.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paderborn Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Paderborn Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Nord.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Cherusker Hof.

Paderborn Kasseler TorPaderborn Kasseler Tor, Warburger Str. 3, 33100 PaderbornWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Paderborn Kasseler Tor from Paderborn city centre

BusN4, N2, N1, 6 · 2m · every ~4 min

Paderborn Kasseler Tor train station facilities and services

Paderborn Kasseler Tor 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 and drink

Food options include: Balthasar, Café Röhren, Xinh City, Cherusker Klause

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. ATMs are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Information desks are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Haus Irma.

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