The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 11 trains that leave Copenhagen for Hamburg Hbf on Fri, Jun 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 54 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.
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 1117912:02 PM6h20Copenhagen Central Station6:22 PMHamburg Hbf€481One-way2 transfers
ICL 50055 · IC 5763 · 111832:02 PM6h20Copenhagen Central Station8:22 PMHamburg Hbf€481One-way2 transfers
ICL 50067 · ECE 11995:02 PM5h54Copenhagen Central Station10:56 PMHamburg Hbf€621One-way1 transfer
ECE 3971:54 PM5h07Copenhagen Central Station7:01 PMHamburg Hbf€671One-way0 transfers
ECE 3993:54 PM5h07Copenhagen Central Station9:01 PMHamburg Hbf€671One-way0 transfers
ECE 3971:54 PM5h07Copenhagen Central Station7:01 PMHamburg Hbf€671One-way0 transfers
ECE 3993:54 PM5h07Copenhagen Central Station9:01 PMHamburg Hbf€671One-way0 transfers
ECE 39511:38 AM5h17Copenhagen Central Station4:55 PMHamburg Hbf€1341One-way0 transfers
RJ 3859:54 AM5h32Copenhagen Central Station3:26 PMHamburg Hbf€1341One-way0 transfers
ICL 50067 · ECE 11995:02 PM5h54Copenhagen Central Station10:56 PMHamburg Hbf€621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €150.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Flight |
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€67 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price | €293 Average price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 387 | On time 11:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h14 | 5:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
1154 Öresundstågen+ 345 SJ | 11:24 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h29 | 5:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 26 | |||||
R 54525 · R 30032 · R 57129 · ICL 50031 | 6:42 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h39 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 8:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h19 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 385 | On time 9:54 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h32 | 3:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h20 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 395 | On time 11:38 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h17 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 12:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h20 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 397 | On time 1:54 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h07 | 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICL 50055 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 2:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h20 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 399 | On time 3:54 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h07 | 9:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 | On time 5:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 5h54 | 10:56 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICL 50071 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11291 | 6:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h19 | 12:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 2:40 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Hamburg Hbf from €25. 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.
SJ
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Hamburg Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 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
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