The cheapest and fastest trains from Roskilde to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roskilde to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roskilde to Hamburg will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Roskilde to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
R 4231 · IC 50133 · IC 5759 · 111758:507h32Trekroner st16:22Hamburg Hbf£711One-way3 changes
IC 50133 · IC 5759 · 111759:027h20Roskilde station16:22Hamburg Hbf£711One-way2 changes
IC 50141 · IC 5761 · 1117911:027h20Roskilde station18:22Hamburg Hbf£931One-way2 changes
R 2241 · IC 50843 · ICL 50043 · IC 576111:207h02Trekroner st18:22Hamburg Hbf£931One-way4 changes
R 54222 · ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 1117911:097h13Trekroner st18:22Hamburg Hbf£931One-way3 changes
IC 50129 · ECE 3938:025h06Roskilde station13:08Hamburg Hbf£1301One-way1 change
IC 50137 · ECE 117510:025h06Roskilde station15:08Hamburg Hbf£1301One-way1 change
R 4235 · IC 50137 · ECE 11759:505h18Trekroner st15:08Hamburg Hbf£1301One-way2 changes
R 52514 · ECE 11759:245h44Trekroner st15:08Hamburg Hbf£1301One-way1 change
R 2241 · IC 50843 · ICL 50043 · IC 576111:246h58Roskilde station18:22Hamburg Hbf£931One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, ferry and coach for Roskilde to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roskilde to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 265 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry |
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£52 Average Price | £226 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Roskilde to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Roskilde to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday 25 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 Roskilde | 6h32 | 19:22 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:19 Roskilde | 4h41 | 18:00 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:24 Roskilde | 4h37 | 18:01 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 26 April | |||||
IC 50129 · ECE 393 | On time 8:02 Roskilde station | 5h06 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4231 · IC 50133 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 8:50 Trekroner st | 7h32 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50133 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 9:02 Roskilde station | 7h20 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52514 · ECE 1175 | On time 9:24 Trekroner st | 5h44 | 15:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4235 · IC 50137 · ECE 1175 | On time 9:50 Trekroner st | 5h18 | 15:08 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 50137 · ECE 1175 | On time 10:02 Roskilde station | 5h06 | 15:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4239 · IC 50141 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 10:50 Trekroner st | 7h32 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50141 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 11:02 Roskilde station | 7h20 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 54222 · ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 11:04 Roskilde station | 7h18 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 54222 · ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 11:09 Trekroner st | 7h13 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 2241 · IC 50843 · ICL 50043 · IC 5761 | 11:20 Trekroner st | 7h02 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 2241 · IC 50843 · ICL 50043 · IC 5761 | 11:24 Roskilde station | 6h58 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Roskilde to Hamburg
Trains from Roskilde to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £22 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Roskilde to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Roskilde and Hamburg from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Roskilde to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roskilde 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Roskilde and Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Jernbanegade.
- Restaurant Flammen Roskilde
- Restaurant Upstairs
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Zleep Hotel Roskilde
- Scandic Roskilde Park
- Comwell Roskilde
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Copenhagen, Odense, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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