- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Cheapest price on 22 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 22 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 22 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 22 Sept
3 h 20 m
Trains on 22 Sept
31
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Düsseldorf will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 22 Sept, we found 31 trains from Hamburg to Düsseldorf, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 103
ICE 209
ICE 515 · 26810
ICE 581 · ICE 656 · 26410
ICE 619 · 10236 · S6
ICE 1521
ICE 1021
ICE 1033
ICE 1037
ICE 617Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £324.
Distance: 342 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £324 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Düsseldorf:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Düsseldorf costing on average £51.
A coach is £298 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Düsseldorf costing on average £324.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 45m.
Coach takes on average 7h 13m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (3h 45m by train vs 4h 55m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£51 vs £53). 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.
Direct services run with FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Düsseldorf trains for today, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 585 · ICE 642 | Delayed 9:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h58 | 11:20 11:20Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519 · 26818 | On time 9:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 13:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 787 · ICE 942 | On time 10:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h07 | 14:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:15 Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 7h00 | 17:15 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 | On time 10:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 14:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1033 | On time 11:23 Hamburg Harburg | 3h27 | 14:50 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 927 | On time 12:09 Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 15:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 201 | On time 12:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 16:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2311 | 13:22 Hamburg Harburg | 3h28 | 16:50 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 613 · 26826 | On time 13:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 17:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 881 · ICE 848 | On time 14:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h07 | 18:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 203 | On time 14:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 18:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 14:50 Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 18:30 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 15:01 Hamburg Harburg | 3h29 | 18:30 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1037 | On time 15:23 Hamburg Harburg | 3h27 | 18:50 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1021 | On time 16:09 Hamburg Hbf | 3h12 | 19:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 205 | On time 16:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 20:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2215 | 17:23 Hamburg Harburg | 3h36 | 20:59 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2215 · 28533 | 17:23 Hamburg Harburg | 3h33 | 20:56 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 | On time 17:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h36 | 21:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 885 · ICE 844 | On time 18:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h07 | 22:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 207 | On time 18:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h50 | 22:35 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 685 · ICE 552 · 26438 | On time 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h17 | 23:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 685 · ICE 542 | On time 19:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 23:47 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 209 | On time 20:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h47 | 0:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 921 | On time 22:45 Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 2:49 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 22 September | |||||
ICE 103 | On time 4:41 Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 8:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 581 · ICE 656 · 26410 | On time 5:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h17 | 9:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:30 Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 7h44 | 13:14 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · 26810 | On time 5:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 9:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 946 | On time 6:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h07 | 10:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 105 | On time 6:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h37 | 10:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 583 · ICE 644 | On time 7:01 Hamburg Hbf | 4h08 | 11:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1521 | On time 8:20 Hamburg Harburg | 2h59 | 11:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 107 | On time 8:42 Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 12:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Trains from Hamburg to Düsseldorf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Official public transport app
Düsseldorf Hbf -> Steinstraße/Königsallee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Düsseldorf trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need