The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€137
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 4 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Gothenburg will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Gothenburg without transferring at least 3 times.
11180 · IC 5766 · Bus GROEN · IC 501907:39 PM13h26Hamburg Hbf9:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation€641One-way4 transfers
ECE 392 · Bus GROEN · IC 50182 · R 11886:53 PM13h12Hamburg Hbf8:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation€701One-way4 transfers
11152 · IC 5752 · Bus GROEN · IC 508265:35 AM11h30Hamburg Hbf5:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1061One-way4 transfers
ECE 1176 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50054 · R 113012:52 PM11h13Hamburg Hbf12:05 AMGothenburg Centralstation€1101One-way3 transfers
BUS 40934 · R 4832 · R 52232+
1098 Öresundstågen6:50 AM13h15Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB8:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1171One-way3 transfers
11246 · 11196 · IC 5754 · Bus GROEN7:35 AM10h45Hamburg Hbf6:20 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1601One-way6 transfers
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046 · R 111210:53 AM10h57Hamburg Hbf9:50 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1401One-way4 transfers
ECE 398 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50038 · R 10988:53 AM11h12Hamburg Hbf8:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1401One-way3 transfers
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046 · R 111410:53 AM11h12Hamburg Hbf10:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1401One-way3 transfers
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046+
1114 Öresundstågen10:53 AM11h12Hamburg Hbf10:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation€1521One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Hamburg to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 475 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Flight |
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€92 Average price | €73 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €291 Average price |
10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11152 · IC 5752 · Bus GROEN · IC 50826 | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h30 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
BUS 40934 · R 4832 · R 52232+ 1098 Öresundstågen | On time 6:50 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 13h15 | 8:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
BUS 40934 · R 4832 · R 52232+ 1090 Öresundstågen | On time 6:50 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 12h15 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
BUS 40934 · R 4832 · R 52232+ 1082 Öresundstågen | On time 6:50 AM Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB | 11h15 | 6:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11246 · 11196 · IC 5754 · Bus GROEN | 7:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h45 | 6:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6 transfers | |
11246 · 11196 · IC 5754 · Bus GROEN | 7:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h30 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
ECE 398 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50038 · R 1098 | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h12 | 8:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 398 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50038+ 1114 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h12 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 398 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50038+ 1106 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 12h12 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 398 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50038+ 1098 Öresundstågen | On time 8:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h12 | 8:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1186 · ICL 50378 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50042 | Delayed 7:59 AM 9:39 AMHamburg Hbf | 11h26 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
11160 · IC 5756 · Bus GROEN · IC 50842 | 9:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h23 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h12 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046 · R 1112 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h57 | 9:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046+ 1114 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h12 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046+ 1122 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 12h12 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 396 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50046+ 1130 Öresundstågen | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h12 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11164 · IC 5758 · Bus GROEN · IC 50850 | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h26 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ECE 1176 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50054 · R 1130 | On time 12:52 PM Hamburg Hbf | 11h13 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
11168 · IC 5760 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50062 | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 16h26 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
ECE 394 · Bus GROEN · ICL 50062 · R 1146 | On time 2:52 PM Hamburg Hbf | 15h13 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
11176 · IC 5764 · Bus GROEN · R 71276 | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 14h26 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
ECE 392 · Bus GROEN · IC 50182 · R 1188 | 6:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h12 | 8:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
11180 · IC 5766 · Bus GROEN · IC 50190 | 7:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h26 | 9:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Trains from Hamburg to Gothenburg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €36 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 475 km distance in 8h 2m.
Distance 475 km |
Average train duration 9h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Hamburg to Gothenburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, Oresundstag, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Hamburg and Gothenburg from €36. 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
Snälltåget
Oresundstag
Sylt Shuttle Plus
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Most Hamburg to Gothenburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Gothenburg 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, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB train station facilities and services
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Which Gothenburg station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Göteborg Centralstation 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: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
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