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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Amsterdam
Cheapest price on Oct 05
€78
Average ticket price on Oct 05
€125
Fastest journey on Oct 05
4 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
4 h 57 m
Trains on Oct 05
20
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Amsterdam will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
ICE 103 · ICE 242 · ICD 18284:41 AM5h32Hamburg Hbf10:13 AMAmsterdam Zuid€781One-way2 transfers- ICE 103 · ICE 242 · IC 29284:41 AM5h39Hamburg Hbf10:20 AMAmsterdam Centraal€801One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 17954 · IC 75411:23 AM5h28Hamburg Harburg4:51 PMAmsterdam Zuid€971One-way3 transfers
- ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · ICD 185411:23 AM5h20Hamburg Harburg4:43 PMAmsterdam Zuid€971One-way3 transfers
- ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · IC 305411:23 AM5h42Hamburg Harburg5:05 PMAmsterdam Centraal€991One-way3 transfers
- ICE 146 · ICD 185211:20 AM4h54Hamburg Harburg4:14 PMAmsterdam Zuid€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 144 · ICD 18601:18 PM4h55Hamburg Harburg6:13 PMAmsterdam Zuid€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 240 · ICD 18367:18 AM4h55Hamburg Harburg12:13 PMAmsterdam Zuid€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 146 · IC 315211:20 AM4h59Hamburg Harburg4:19 PMAmsterdam Zuid€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 146 · IC 295211:20 AM5h00Hamburg Harburg4:20 PMAmsterdam Centraal€1021One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Amsterdam
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Hamburg to Amsterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 368 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 368 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Hamburg to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Amsterdam trains for today, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 921+ 20006+IC 3020 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h50 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 921 · S11 · S8 · 20060 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h20 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
| 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 · IC 3026 | 11:48 PM Hamburg Harburg | 10h17 | 10:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| 14051 · 20352 · IC 17926 · IC 726 | 11:48 PM Hamburg Harburg | 10h00 | 9:48 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
| 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 · ICD 1826 | 11:48 PM Hamburg Harburg | 9h55 | 9:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 220 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 242 · ICD 1828 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h32 | 10:13 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 242 · IC 2928 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h39 | 10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 515 · IC 2007 · ICE 220 | On time 5:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 240 · ICD 1836 | On time 7:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h55 | 12:13 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 240 · RE RS23 · IC 836 | On time 7:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h00 | 12:18 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 240 · IC 2936 | On time 7:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h02 | 12:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 148 · ICD 1844 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h31 | 2:13 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 148 · IC 2944 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h38 | 2:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 146 · IC 2952 | On time 11:20 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h00 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 146 · IC 3152 | On time 11:20 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h59 | 4:19 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 146 · ICD 1852 | On time 11:20 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h54 | 4:14 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 17954 · IC 754 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h28 | 4:51 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · ICD 1854 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h20 | 4:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · IC 3054 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h42 | 5:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 927 · ICE 124 | On time 12:09 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h21 | 5:30 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2311 · ICE 122 | On time 1:12 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h17 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 144 · ICD 1860 | On time 1:18 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h55 | 6:13 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 144 · RE RS23 · IC 860 | On time 1:18 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h00 | 6:18 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 144 · IC 2960 | On time 1:18 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h02 | 6:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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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.
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Amsterdam
Most Hamburg to Amsterdam trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Amsterdam 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-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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 Amsterdam station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal 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: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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