The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Hamburg will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $21.
Of the 37 trains that leave Berlin for Hamburg every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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 608
ICE 1704
ICE 900
ICE 1706
ICE 606
ICE 900
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ICE 1706Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Berlin to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 255 km
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$68 Average Price | $34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday, 31 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 608 | On time 4:42 am Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 7:15 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1704 | On time 5:37 am Berlin Hbf | 2h34 | 8:11 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 606 | Delayed 6:39 am 6:38 amBerlin Hbf | 2h33 | 9:11 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 944 · ICE 686 | On time 6:46 am Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 9:57 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1702 | On time 7:27 am Berlin Hbf | 2h45 | 10:12 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 642 · ICE 886 | On time 7:46 am Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 10:57 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 604 | On time 8:38 am Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 11:11 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1700 | On time 9:38 am Berlin Hbf | 2h34 | 12:12 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 640 · ICE 882 | On time 9:46 am Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 12:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 602 | On time 10:37 am Berlin Hbf | 2h34 | 1:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 940 · ICE 682 | On time 10:46 am Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 1:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1908 | On time 11:30 am Berlin Hbf | 2h42 | 2:12 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 548 · ICE 880 | On time 11:46 am Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 2:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 600 | On time 12:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 3:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1906 | On time 1:30 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h42 | 4:12 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 546 · ICE 788 | On time 1:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 4:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 508 | On time 2:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 5:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2816 · ICE 588 | On time 2:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 5:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 846 · ICE 588 | On time 2:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 5:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1904 | On time 3:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 6:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 544 · ICE 786 | On time 3:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 6:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 506 | On time 4:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 7:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1902 | On time 5:30 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h43 | 8:13 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 542 · ICE 784 | On time 5:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 8:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 504 | On time 6:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 9:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 842 · ICE 584 | On time 6:46 pm Berlin Hbf | 3h11 | 9:57 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1900 | On time 7:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h33 | 10:11 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 502 | On time 8:37 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h47 | 11:24 pm Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 900 | On time 9:38 pm Berlin Hbf | 2h23 | 12:01 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1540+ 82856 · 82106 | On time 10:52 pm Berlin Hbf | 6h13 | 5:05 am Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 1080 | On time 10:52 pm Berlin Hbf | 6h50 | 5:42 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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ICE 1706 | 3:39 am Berlin Hbf | 2h32 | 6:11 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Hamburg
Trains from Berlin to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom from Berlin to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom trains will get you between Berlin and Hamburg from $14. 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.
FlixTrain
Metronom
FAQs: Berlin to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

When departing from Berlin, you have various train station options to start your route from including Berlin Hbf, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin Spandau, Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station and Berlin-Charlottenburg. When arriving in Hamburg, you can end your trip in train stations like Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Harburg, Hamburg Altona, Hamburg Dammtor and Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Hamburg
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 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: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- 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
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