1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
6 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
6 h 39 m
Trains on 07 Sept
10
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trier to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trier to Hamburg will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Trier to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
10018 · ICE 610
4109 · IC 2049 · ICE 202
10028 · ICE 106
10024 · ICE 1520
4119 · ICE 228 · ICE 518
4111 · ICE 1020
4113 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
4109 · IC 2049 · ICE 202
4121 · ICE 2012 · ICE 106
4119 · ICE 228 · ICE 518Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. 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 £46, while a flight costs an average of £103.
Distance: 484 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Hamburg:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Hamburg costing on average £71.
A coach is £57 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trier to Hamburg costing on average £103.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Coach takes on average 9h 52m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (6h 46m by train vs 7h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Trier to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4109 · IC 2049 · ICE 202 | On time 8:31 Trier Hbf | 6h44 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
4111 · ICE 1020 | On time 9:31 Trier Hbf | 6h18 | 15:49 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
10014 · ICE 200 | On time 9:36 Trier Hbf | 7h39 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4113 · IC 2047 · ICE 200 | On time 10:31 Trier Hbf | 6h44 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
10018 · ICE 610 | On time 10:36 Trier Hbf | 7h39 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4117 · IC 2045 · ICE 108 | On time 12:31 Trier Hbf | 6h44 | 19:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
10024 · ICE 1520 | On time 12:36 Trier Hbf | 7h14 | 19:50 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4119 · ICE 228 · ICE 518 | On time 13:31 Trier Hbf | 6h44 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
10028 · ICE 106 | On time 13:36 Trier Hbf | 7h39 | 21:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4121 · ICE 2012 · ICE 106 | On time 14:31 Trier Hbf | 6h44 | 21:15 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Trier to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:45 |
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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 Trier 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 Trier to Hamburg trains use the Trier Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Trier and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trier 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: Nordsee, Patat Haus, Ratskeller, Zur Steipe
Wi-Fi is available at Trier Hbf. ATMs are available at Trier Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Trier Hbf. Information desks are available at Trier Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Trier Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trier Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trier Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trier Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vinum, Casa Chiara, Mercure, Park Plaza Hotel Trier.
Trier Süd is 1 km from Trier city centre. Public transport options include:
Trier Süd 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: Derwisch, Delikat, Altes Brauhaus, La Gondola
Wi-Fi is available at Trier Süd. ATMs are available at Trier Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Trier Süd. Information desks are available at Trier Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Trier Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trier Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trier Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trier Süd.
Nearby hotels include Deutscher Hof, Handelshof.
Pfalzel is 4 km from Trier city centre. Public transport options include:
Pfalzel 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: Klosterschenke, Ristorante Pizzeria Da Toni, Kenner Bäckerei, Gaststätte am Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Pfalzel. ATMs are available at Pfalzel.
Ticket office support is available at Pfalzel. Information desks are available at Pfalzel.
Luggage storage is available at Pfalzel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pfalzel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pfalzel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pfalzel.
Nearby hotels include Klosterschenke.
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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