The cheapest and fastest trains from Billund to Hamburg
Cheapest price on Oct 09
€32
Average ticket price on Oct 09
€55
Fastest journey on Oct 09
4 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
4 h 22 m
Trains on Oct 09
22
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billund to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billund to Hamburg will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
It's difficult to get from Billund to Hamburg without transferring at least 2 times.
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 3836:40 AM4h08Jelling station10:48 AMHamburg Altona€321One-way2 transfers
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 3836:28 AM4h20Give station10:48 AMHamburg Altona€321One-way2 transfers
R 5916 · ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 11879:40 AM4h33Jelling station2:13 PMHamburg Hbf€331One-way3 transfers
R 5916 · ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 11879:28 AM4h45Give station2:13 PMHamburg Hbf€341One-way3 transfers
R 5900 · ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 111635:40 AM4h41Jelling station10:21 AMHamburg Hbf€351One-way3 transfers
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 3836:40 AM4h08Jelling station10:48 AMHamburg Altona€321One-way2 transfers
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 3836:28 AM4h20Give station10:48 AMHamburg Altona€321One-way2 transfers
ICL 746 · ICL 60951 · ECE 3972:40 PM4h21Jelling station7:01 PMHamburg Hbf€781One-way2 transfers
ICL 722 · ICL 60927 · ECE 3938:40 AM4h28Jelling station1:08 PMHamburg Hbf€451One-way2 transfers
R 5916 · ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 11879:40 AM4h33Jelling station2:13 PMHamburg Hbf€331One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Billund to Hamburg
Trains from Billund to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Billund to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Billund to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5916 · ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 1187 | On time 9:28 AM Give station | 4h45 | 2:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5916 · ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 1187 | On time 9:40 AM Jelling station | 4h33 | 2:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5940 · ICL 50050 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 3:28 PM Give station | 4h54 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5940 · ICL 50050 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 3:40 PM Jelling station | 4h42 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 762 · IC 5767 · 11191 · Bus RE 7X | 6:28 PM Give station | 6h35 | 1:03 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 3 transfers | |
ICL 762 · IC 5767 · 11191 · Bus RE 7X | 6:40 PM Jelling station | 6h23 | 1:03 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 3 transfers | |
R 5958 · ICL 70066 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 7:28 PM Give station | 5h35 | 1:03 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 4 transfers | |
R 5958 · ICL 70066 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 7:40 PM Jelling station | 5h23 | 1:03 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 4 transfers | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
R 5900 · ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 | 5:28 AM Give station | 4h53 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5900 · ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 | 5:40 AM Jelling station | 4h41 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 383 | On time 6:28 AM Give station | 4h20 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5904 · IC 416 · RJ 383 | On time 6:40 AM Jelling station | 4h08 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5908 · ICL 18 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 7:28 AM Give station | 4h54 | 12:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5908 · ICL 18 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 7:40 AM Jelling station | 4h42 | 12:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 722 · ICL 60927 · ECE 393 | On time 8:28 AM Give station | 4h40 | 1:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICL 722 · ICL 60927 · ECE 393 | On time 8:40 AM Jelling station | 4h28 | 1:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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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.
Snälltåget
FAQs: Trains from Billund to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Billund 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 Billund to Hamburg
Most Billund to Hamburg trains use the Give st to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Billund and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Billund 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-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.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
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