- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£63
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£74
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
5 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
5 h 47 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Hamburg will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from The Hague to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
IC 1741 · ICE 147 · ICE 200
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
IC 1741 · ICE 147 · ICE 200Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a flight costs an average of £502.
Distance: 419 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £502 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from The Hague to Hamburg:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Hamburg costing on average £86.
A coach is £446 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from The Hague to Hamburg costing on average £502.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
Coach takes on average 9h 11m.
Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.14. The journey takes 5h 24m versus 5h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1759 · 20381 · ICE 516 | On time 15:55 The Hague Centraal | 6h20 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 559 · ICE 129 · ICE 645 · ICE 584 | 16:10 The Hague Centraal | 6h47 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1765 · ICE 243 · ICE 104 | Delayed 17:25 The Hague Centraal | 5h51 | 21:18 21:18Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1767 · 20385 · ICE 514 | On time 17:55 The Hague Centraal | 6h20 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 567 · ICE 221 · ICE 26 · IC 2349 | 18:10 The Hague Centraal | 10h59 | 5:09 Hamburg Harburg | 5 changes | |
IC 1769 · IC 3267 · 89737 · IC 2349 | 18:25 The Hague Centraal | 10h44 | 5:09 Hamburg Harburg | 6 changes | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032 | On time 10:55 The Hague Centraal | 5h44 | 16:39 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
IC 1741 · ICE 147 · ICE 200 | On time 11:25 The Hague Centraal | 5h50 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from The Hague to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:52 |
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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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Hamburg Hbf -> Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague 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 The Hague to Hamburg trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Moerwijk is 2 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Moerwijk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
ATMs are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Parking.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
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-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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.
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