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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Aarhus
Cheapest price on Oct 18
€33
Average ticket price on Oct 18
€103
Fastest journey on Oct 18
4 h
Average journey duration on Oct 18
4 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 18
13
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Aarhus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Aarhus will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Aarhus without transferring at least once.
11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 275:35 AM5h03Hamburg Hbf10:38 AMAarhus Hovedbanegård€331One-way2 transfers- 11180 · IC 5766 · Bus 48517:39 PM6h57Hamburg Hbf2:36 AMAarhus€451One-way2 transfers
- 11176 · IC 5764 · ICL 755:39 PM4h59Hamburg Hbf10:38 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€671One-way2 transfers
- ECE 392 · IC 23776:53 PM4h27Hamburg Hbf11:20 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€761One-way1 transfer
- 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 5111:39 AM4h59Hamburg Hbf4:38 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€1001One-way2 transfers
- RJ 384 · IC 23531:08 PM4h00Hamburg Altona5:08 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€1091One-way1 transfer
- RJ 382 · IC 23694:57 PM4h11Hamburg Altona9:08 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€1091One-way1 transfer
- ECE 396 · IC 234510:53 AM4h15Hamburg Hbf3:08 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€1911One-way1 transfer
- ECE 394 · IC 23612:52 PM4h16Hamburg Hbf7:08 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€1911One-way1 transfer
- ECE 392 · IC 23776:53 PM4h27Hamburg Hbf11:20 PMAarhus Hovedbanegård€761One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Aarhus
Germany
Denmark
Trains from Hamburg to Aarhus run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Hamburg to Aarhus train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Aarhus trains for today, Saturday, October 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECE 392 · IC 2377 | On time 6:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 11:32 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
| 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50185 | 7:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 1:18 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, October 18 | |||||
| 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 27 | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h03 | 10:38 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| 11196 · IC 5754 · ICL 35 | 7:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h03 | 12:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1186 · ICL 378 · R 2341 | On time 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h44 | 2:23 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 396 · IC 2345 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 3:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
| 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 51 | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 4:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 384 · IC 2353 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 4h00 | 5:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
| 11168 · IC 5760 · ICL 59 | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 6:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 394 · IC 2361 | On time 2:52 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h16 | 7:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
| 11172 · IC 5762 · ICL 67 | 3:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 8:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 382 · IC 2369 | On time 4:57 PM Hamburg Altona | 4h11 | 9:08 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 1 transfer | |
| 11176 · IC 5764 · ICL 75 | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 10:38 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Aarhus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Aarhus 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 Aarhus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Aarhus
Most Hamburg to Aarhus trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Aarhus Hovedbanegård station pair, with some services arriving at Viby Jylland (Letbane). Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Aarhus train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Aarhus leave from?
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 Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Which Aarhus station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Aarhus Hovedbanegård from Aarhus city centre
Aarhus Hovedbanegård train station facilities and services
Aarhus Hovedbanegård has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Sunset Boulevard
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ritz Aarhus City, Scandic Aarhus City, Comwell Aarhus.
Getting to Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus) from Aarhus city centre
Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus) train station facilities and services
Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food outlets inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available across the station. ATMs are aTMs located in the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Elevators and ramps for wheelchair access.
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