The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Leeuwarden will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg for Leeuwarden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 282 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
$61 Average Price | $37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Leeuwarden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 107 · RE 52434 · Bus 72010 · 37337 | On time 7:45 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h29 | 12:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 107 · IC 2434 · Bus 72010 · 37337 | On time 7:45 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h29 | 12:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 109 · IC 2432 · Bus 72011 · 37345 | On time 9:46 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 2:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 109 · RE 52432 · Bus 72011 · 37345 | On time 9:46 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 2:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 201 · RE 52430 · Bus 72012 · 37353 | On time 11:46 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 4:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 2311 · IC 2430 · Bus 72012 · 37353 | On time 11:50 am Hamburg Hbf | 4h24 | 4:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 203 · IC 2038 · Bus 72013 · 37361 | On time 1:46 pm Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 6:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 203 · RE 52038 · Bus 72013 · 37361 | On time 1:46 pm Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 6:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 205 · IC 2036 · Bus 72014 · 37369 | On time 3:46 pm Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 8:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
ICE 205 · RE 52036 · Bus 72014 · 37369 | On time 3:46 pm Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 8:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 2215 · ICE 140 · IC 677 | On time 3:50 pm Hamburg Hbf | 6h24 | 10:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
IC 2215 · ICE 140 · RE RS23 · IC 673 | On time 3:50 pm Hamburg Hbf | 5h24 | 9:14 pm Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leeuwarden
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 00:50 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg to Leeuwarden trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg and Leeuwarden from $23. 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
FAQs: Hamburg to Leeuwarden train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Leeuwarden
- 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
- 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: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Asia Lam
- Dutch
- Schweinske
- Sultan's Kepub
- Café Bom Dia
- Oktober Harburg
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg.
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
- Located in the main hall
- 252 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities

