The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
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 £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
To travel from The Hague to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
IC 641 · ICE 147 · ICE 200
IC 633 · ICE 145 · ICE 202
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
IC 641 · ICE 147 · ICE 200
IC 633 · ICE 145 · ICE 202
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for The Hague to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train 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 prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £162.
Distance: 419 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £330 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
The Hague to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022 | On time 07:10 The Hague Centraal | 5h39 | 12:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 633 · ICE 145 · ICE 202 | On time 08:40 The Hague Centraal | 5h35 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 | On time 09:10 The Hague Centraal | 5h39 | 14:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032 | On time 09:55 The Hague Centraal | 5h56 | 15:51 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 641 · ICE 147 · ICE 200 | On time 10:40 The Hague Centraal | 5h35 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from The Hague to Hamburg
Trains from The Hague to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 49m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from The Hague to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between The Hague 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: The Hague to Hamburg train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in The Hague and Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Koningin Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Pavlov
- The Penthouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Park Centraal Den Haag
- Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament
- Novotel Den Haag City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 8,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsweg.
- Restaurant Basaal
- The Penthouse Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central
- The Student Hotel The Hague
- Novotel Den Haag City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
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