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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Lübeck
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Lübeck will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hamburg for Lübeck every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 55 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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$28 Average Price | $10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Lübeck trains for today, Thursday, 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| IC 2260 | On time 7:38 am Hamburg Hbf | 0h48 | 8:26 am Lübeck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 5 December | |||||
| 1:20 am Hamburg | 2h12 | 3:32 am Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Lübeck
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Trains from Hamburg to Lübeck run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 38m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, erixx from Hamburg to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, erixx trains will get you between Hamburg and Lübeck from $7. 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.
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FAQs: Hamburg to Lübeck train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Hamburg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Hamburg Hbf and Hamburg Harburg. When arriving in Lübeck, you can end your route in train stations like Lübeck Hbf, Lübeck-Travemünde Strand station, Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen station and Lübeck-Dänischburg IKEA station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lübeck Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Lübeck
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- 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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- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
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- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
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- Ari Grill
- Hong Van
- Junge die Bäckerei.
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