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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp to Hamburg
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€127
Fastest journey on Sep 17
7 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
7 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 17
9
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Hamburg will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Antwerp to Hamburg without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 10365:05 AM7h46Antwerp-Central12:51 PMHamburg Hbf€601One-way2 transfers- IC 4535 · ICE 17 · ICE 653 · ICE 5861:54 PM7h03Antwerp-Central8:57 PMHamburg Hbf€801One-way3 transfers
- IC 2037 · ICE 317 · ICE 655 · ICE 5843:25 PM7h32Antwerp-Central10:57 PMHamburg Hbf€801One-way3 transfers
- EC 9243 · IC 3650 · 31255 · 203812:45 PM7h30Antwerp-Central10:15 PMHamburg Hbf€1321One-way4 transfers
- IC 4531 · ICE 15 · ICE 10329:54 AM7h00Antwerp-Central4:54 PMHamburg Hbf€1461One-way2 transfers
- IC 4531 · ICE 15 · ICE 10329:54 AM7h00Antwerp-Central4:54 PMHamburg Hbf€1461One-way2 transfers
- IC 4535 · ICE 17 · ICE 653 · ICE 5861:54 PM7h03Antwerp-Central8:57 PMHamburg Hbf€801One-way3 transfers
- IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 557 · ICE 6827:54 AM7h03Antwerp-Central2:57 PMHamburg Hbf€1461One-way3 transfers
- EC 9219 · IC 3626 · ICE 123 · ICE 10208:45 AM7h04Antwerp-Central3:49 PMHamburg Hbf€1711One-way3 transfers
- EC 9211 · IC 3618 · ICE 225 · ICE 10226:45 AM7h04Antwerp-Central1:49 PMHamburg Hbf€1711One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Antwerp to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. 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 bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €170.
Distance: 462 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€111 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €170 Average price | €89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Antwerp to Hamburg:
A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average €111.
A bus is €126 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average €170.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 32m.
Bus takes on average 8h 9m.
Live departures
Antwerp to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 3126 · ICE 11 · ICE 1036 | On time 5:05 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h46 | 12:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 9211 · IC 3618 · ICE 225 · ICE 1022 | On time 6:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h04 | 1:49 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 4529 · ICE 13 · ICE 557 · ICE 682 | On time 7:54 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h03 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9219 · IC 3626 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 | On time 8:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h04 | 3:49 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 4531 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 | On time 9:54 AM Antwerp-Central | 7h00 | 4:54 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 4535 · ICE 17 · ICE 653 · ICE 586 | On time 1:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h03 | 8:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9243 · IC 3650 · 31255 · 20381 | On time 2:45 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h30 | 10:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 2037 · ICE 317 · ICE 655 · ICE 584 | On time 3:25 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h32 | 10:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9247 · IC 1159 · IC 3557 · 20091 | On time 3:45 PM Antwerp-Central | 7h12 | 10:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Antwerp to Hamburg
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Antwerp to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 462 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 462 km |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Antwerp to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Antwerp and Hamburg from €26. 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
Eurostar
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Antwerp to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Antwerp to Hamburg
Most Antwerp to Hamburg trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Antwerp station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Getting to Antwerpen-Berchem from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Getting to Antwerpen-Zuid from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Zuid train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Antwerp arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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