The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,RB,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept

Cheapest price on 08 Sept

£87

Average ticket price on 08 Sept

£98

Fastest journey on 08 Sept

5 h 39 m

Average journey duration on 08 Sept

5 h 50 m

Trains on 08 Sept

5

Distance

415 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.

Fast trains

To travel from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 1725 · ICE 143 · ICE 204
    7:255h50
    The Hague Centraal
    13:15Hamburg Hbf
    £871One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
    10:555h59
    The Hague Centraal
    16:54Hamburg Hbf
    £871One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 519 · ICE 121 · IC 2206 · ICE 616
    6:106h05
    The Hague Centraal
    12:15Hamburg Hbf
    £1051One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
    10:105h39
    The Hague Centraal
    15:49Hamburg Hbf
    £1051One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022
    8:105h39
    The Hague Centraal
    13:49Hamburg Hbf
    £1051One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £203.

Distance: 415 km

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Coach
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Driving

£66

Average Price

£39

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Cheapest

£203

Average Price

£81

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 8m

Average total duration

7h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Eurowings

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £66.

A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £203.

The fastest way to travel from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Coach takes on average 7h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between The Hague Centraal and Hamburg Hbf including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2m faster (6h 6m by train vs 6h 8m by car) and roughly £15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£66 vs £81). 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.

Live departures

The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 519 · ICE 121 · IC 2206 · ICE 616
On time
6:10 The Hague Centraal
6h05
12:15 Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1725 · ICE 143 · ICE 204
On time
7:25 The Hague Centraal
5h50
13:15 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022
On time
8:10 The Hague Centraal
5h39
13:49 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
On time
10:10 The Hague Centraal
5h39
15:49 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
On time
10:55 The Hague Centraal
5h59
16:54 Hamburg Hbf
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 09:55. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 5h 39m.

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 £26
Distance
415 km
Average train duration
6h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 39m
First train
6:10
Last train
9:55
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £26

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between The Hague Centraal and Hamburg Hbf from £26. 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
5h 39m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£34
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

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
8h 21m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£31
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£142
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf covers a distance of 415 km and takes approximately 5h 39m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf is 415 km.
The first train from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 6:10.
The last train from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf departs at 9:55.
Trains from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf.
To get from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Den Haag Centraal to Hamburg Hbf offers a variety of landscapes, including picturesque Dutch countryside, quaint towns, and views of the German landscape, making it a pleasant and scenic ride.
A day trip from Den Haag Centraal to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 39m. Trains run 8 times per day and the distance covered is 415 km.
Yes, you can take the train from The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in The Hague Centraal and Hamburg Hbf

Most The Hague Centraal to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare The Hague Centraal and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in The Hague
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Den Haag CentraalKoningin Julianaplein 10, 2595 AA The Hague, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Den Haag Centraal from The Hague city centre

Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus22, 24, 28 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~23 min
Tram15, 3, 4, 6, 2, 34 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~56 min

Den Haag Centraal train station facilities and services

Den Haag Centraal 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.

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