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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€136

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€137

Fastest journey on Sep 18

6 h 29 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

6 h 37 m

Trains on Sep 18

Distance

492 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €136.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg without transferring at least once.

ICE 13 · ICE 202
8:25 AM6h50
Brussels-Midi
3:15 PMHamburg Hbf
€1361One-way
1 transfer
ICE 15 · ICE 1032
10:25 AM6h29
Brussels-Midi
4:54 PMHamburg Hbf
€1361One-way
1 transfer
ICE 13 · ICE 557 · ICE 682
8:25 AM6h32
Brussels-Midi
2:57 PMHamburg Hbf
€1401One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels-Midi to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, while a flight costs an average of €474.

Distance: 492 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight	Driving
€143 Average price	€67 Average price Cheapest	€474 Average price	€94 Average price (fuel + tolls)
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	5h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €50.

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg:

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg costing on average €98.

A bus is €162 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg costing on average €212.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 5m.

Bus takes on average 8h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels-Midi and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Brussels-Midi to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Midi to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 13 · ICE 557 · ICE 682	On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi	6h32	2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
ICE 13 · ICE 202	On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi	6h50	3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 15 · ICE 1032	On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi	6h29	4:54 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg

Belgium

Germany

Trains from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 6h 14m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €30

Distance

492 km

Average train duration

6h 5m

Cheapest ticket price

€34

Trains per day

Fastest train

6h 14m

First train

1:15 AM

Last train

7:56 PM

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €30

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Brussels-Midi and Hamburg from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

5h 22m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

€40

Deutsche Bahn frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Midi 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.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is €143; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is 5h 22m to travel the 492 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg leaves at 1:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg leaves at 7:56 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Brussels-Midi and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Hamburg from Brussels-Midi is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels-Midi and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brussels-Midi to Hamburg

Most Brussels-Midi to Hamburg trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Midi and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brussels

Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Bruxelles-Midi47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre

TrainEuroCity · 4m · €1 · every ~2 min

Ice · 14m · €1

Bus48 · 16m · €3 · every ~9 min

Bus · 20m

FlixBus N1153 · 29m · €1

Subway2, 6 · 18m · €3 · every ~38 min

Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services

Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: 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 Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.

More about Bruxelles-Midi

Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · €3 · every ~44 min

BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · €2 · every ~33 min

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.