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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Brussels
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€37
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€137
Fastest journey on Oct 10
6 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
6 h 36 m
Trains on Oct 10
13
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Brussels will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Brussels without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixTrain+
FlixBus2:50 PM7h35Hamburg Hbf10:25 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€371One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain+FlixBus3:01 PM7h24Hamburg Harburg10:25 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€371One-way1 transfer
ICE 201 · ICE 1212:45 PM6h50Hamburg Hbf7:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1161One-way1 transfer- ICE 587 · ICE 650 · ICE 1411:01 AM6h34Hamburg Hbf5:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 589 · ICE 558 · ICE 121:01 PM6h34Hamburg Hbf7:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 585 · ICE 652 · ICE 3149:01 AM6h34Hamburg Hbf3:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1371One-way2 transfers
- ICE 587 · ICE 650 · ICE 1411:01 AM6h34Hamburg Hbf5:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 583 · ICE 654 · ICE 167:01 AM6h34Hamburg Hbf1:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1371One-way2 transfers
- ICE 589 · ICE 558 · ICE 121:01 PM6h34Hamburg Hbf7:35 PMBrussels-Midi€1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 146 · IC 650 · IC 2050 · ECD 955211:19 AM6h44Hamburg Harburg6:03 PMBrussels-Midi€1541One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Brussels
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Hamburg to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 491 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 491 km |
Average train duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Hamburg to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 103 · ICE 316 | On time 4:37 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h58 | 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 16 | On time 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h50 | 1:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 583 · ICE 654 · ICE 16 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h34 | 1:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 240 · IC 634 · IC 2034 · ECD 9536 | On time 7:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 6h45 | 2:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 585 · ICE 652 · ICE 314 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h34 | 3:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3639 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h05 | 4:50 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 109 · ICE 14 | On time 10:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h56 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 587 · ICE 650 · ICE 14 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h34 | 5:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 146 · IC 650 · IC 2050 · ECD 9552 | On time 11:19 AM Hamburg Harburg | 6h44 | 6:03 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 201 · ICE 12 | On time 12:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h50 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 589 · ICE 558 · ICE 12 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h34 | 7:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 2:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h35 | 10:25 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 3:01 PM Hamburg Harburg | 7h24 | 10:25 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 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.
NS International | IC Brussel
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Brussels
Most Hamburg to Brussels trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Brussels 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 Brussels station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
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.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Central 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: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Getting to Brussels-Nord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord train station facilities and services
Brussels-Nord 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: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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