The cheapest and fastest trains from Sønderborg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sønderborg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sønderborg to Hamburg will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Sønderborg to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICL 50942 · IC 55759 · RE 11175
ICL 50950 · IC 55761 · RE 11179
ICL 50966 · IC 55765 · RE 11187
ICL 50958 · IC 55763 · RE 11183
ICL 50974 · IC 55767 · RE 11191 · RE 11291
ICL 50942 · IC 55759 · RE 11175
ICL 50958 · IC 55763 · RE 11183
ICL 50950 · IC 55761 · RE 11179
ICL 50966 · IC 55765 · RE 11187
ICL 50974 · IC 55767 · RE 11191 · RE 11291Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sønderborg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sønderborg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 149 km
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£40 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sønderborg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Sønderborg to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:45 Sønderborg | 3h30 | 12:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Sønderborg | 3h30 | 14:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
![]() | 06:45 Sønderborg | 3h30 | 10:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sønderborg to Hamburg by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sønderborg to Hamburg
Trains from Sønderborg to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:43 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Sønderborg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Sønderborg and Hamburg from £16. 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.
FAQs: Sønderborg to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sønderborg 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 Sønderborg and Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Jernbanegade.
- Restaurant Colosseum
- Bella Italia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Sønderborg Strand
- Scandic Sønderborg
- Hotel 6400
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 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
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
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