The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 11 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Hamburg on Fri, Nov 28, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 342 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€43 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €230 Average price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 616 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h40 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2310 | On time 8:28 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h31 | 11:59 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 206 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 12:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2341 · IC 2441 · ICE 882 | On time 8:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h20 | 12:54 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 | On time 9:28 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h46 | 1:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h40 | 1:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 2:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h29 | 5:54 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 2:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 6:07 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h17 | 10:55 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
Trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Hamburg from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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: Trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

When departing from Düsseldorf, you have various train station options to start your route from including Düsseldorf Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport station. When arriving in Hamburg, you can end your route in train stations like Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Harburg, Hamburg Altona and Hamburg Dammtor.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Fu chu yuan
- Taj Mahal
- Hai Xian
- To1980
- Hotel Batavia
- Hotel Ko
- Hotel Burns
- Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Burger King
- Akropolis
- NineOfive
- ĂN BÁNH MÌ
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Prinz Anton
- Hotel Asahi
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
- Kitchen
- Locanda La Bottella
- Cafeteria Le Carré
- RESTAURANT SPOERL FABRIK
- Renaissance Düsseldorf Hotel
- Mercure
- NH Düsseldorf City Nord
- Hotel Haus am Zoo
- Liverpool Stehcafe
- Pizza Milano
- Amor Grill
- Gaststätte Netz
- B&B Hotel
- McDreams Hotel
- Grillhaus Rath
- Rather Fass
- Döneria Ikram
- BBQ4U
- Hotel Am Vogelsanger Weg
- Side
- Alde Brück
- Chelsea
- Hassler Fass
- Acora
- Platia
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- China Restauraut - Bambus Garten
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Kleine Oase Im Treibhaus GmbH
- Avidon Art & Design Hotel
- Novotel
- Rohbau
- Gallo Nero
- ManThei
- Bilker Nudelhaus Pizzeria
- Holiday Inn
- Courtyard Düsseldorf Hafen
- Kastens Hotel
- Innside Düsseldorf Hafen
- Lokanta
- Mykonos
- La Luce
- Hotte-Hü
- 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
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Essino
- Schanzenbäcker
- Novum Hotel Belmondo Hamburg
- Mercure Hamburg City
- Eleazar Novum
- Terminus
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- 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.
- Octopus Fisch Haus
- Olympisches Feuer
- Pamukkale Köz
- Souperia
- Cabo Hotel
- Stadthaushotel
- Superbude St. Pauli
- Pyjama Park Schanzenviertel
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- Asia Lam
- Dutch
- Schweinske
- Sultan's Kepub
- O Pescador
- Asia Quick
- Paulaner's
- Burger King
- Hotel Stella Maris
- Empire Riverside Hotel
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Auto-Parkhotel
- Café Bom Dia
- Oktober Harburg
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Mina
- Mr. Mutsch
- La Trattoria
- Kebab For Friends
- Best Western Plaza Hotel Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
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