1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
6 h 10 m
Trains on 12 Sept
5
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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 5 trains from Roskilde to Hamburg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 20 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.










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 train, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £172.
Distance: 265 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price | £45 Average Price | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Roskilde to Hamburg:
A train is £1 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Roskilde to Hamburg costing on average £45.
A train is £129 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roskilde to Hamburg costing on average £172.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 12m.
Coach takes on average 5h 18m.
Ferry takes on average 8h 42m.
The journey is about 12m faster (4h 50m by train vs 5h 2m by car) and roughly £30 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£44 vs £74). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Roskilde to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 6:14 Roskilde station | 6h08 | 12:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52221 · RJ 383 | On time 6:21 Trekroner st | 4h27 | 10:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 52221 · RJ 383 | On time 6:26 Roskilde station | 4h22 | 10:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 54529 · IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:05 Trekroner st | 6h16 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:14 Roskilde station | 6h07 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52229 · ECE 393 | On time 8:21 Trekroner st | 4h47 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 52229 · ECE 393 | On time 8:26 Roskilde station | 4h42 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 54537 · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:05 Trekroner st | 6h17 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:14 Roskilde station | 6h08 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52237 · RJ 385 | On time 10:21 Trekroner st | 4h27 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 52237 · RJ 385 | On time 10:26 Roskilde station | 4h22 | 14:48 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 54545 · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 12:05 Trekroner st | 6h17 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 12:14 Roskilde station | 6h08 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52245 · ECE 395 | On time 12:21 Trekroner st | 4h52 | 17:13 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 52245 · ECE 395 | On time 12:26 Roskilde station | 4h47 | 17:13 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 54553 · IC 50153 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 14:05 Trekroner st | 6h17 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50153 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 14:14 Roskilde station | 6h08 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 52253 · ECE 397 | On time 14:21 Trekroner st | 4h40 | 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 52253 · ECE 397 | On time 14:26 Roskilde station | 4h35 | 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50255 · IC 855 · R 5073 · 11035 | 14:40 Trekroner st | 6h47 | 21:27 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 50255 · IC 855 · R 5073 · 11035 | 14:45 Roskilde station | 6h42 | 21:27 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 54569 · IC 50169 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 18:05 Trekroner st | 6h16 | 0:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 50169 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11291 | 18:14 Roskilde station | 6h07 | 0:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 52269 · ECE 1199 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 18:21 Trekroner st | 6h00 | 0:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 52269 · ECE 1199 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 18:26 Roskilde station | 5h55 | 0:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 50271 · IC 871 · Bus 11991 | 18:40 Trekroner st | 5h50 | 0:30 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 2 changes | |
R 50271 · IC 871 · Bus 11991 | 18:45 Roskilde station | 5h45 | 0:30 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Roskilde to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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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 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.

Most Roskilde to Hamburg trains use the Roskilde St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Roskilde and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roskilde St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Flammen Roskilde, Restaurant Upstairs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roskilde St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roskilde St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roskilde St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roskilde St.: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Zleep Hotel Roskilde, Scandic Roskilde Park, Comwell Roskilde.
Trekroner st is 3 km from Roskilde city centre. Public transport options include:
Trekroner st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trekroner st.
Wi-Fi is available at Trekroner st.
Available at Trekroner st: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trekroner st.
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 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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