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The cheapest and fastest trains from Odense to Hamburg
Showing times and prices for Jan 31
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
204 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Odense to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odense to Hamburg will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Fast trains
Of the 10 trains that leave Odense for Hamburg on Sat, Jan 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 204 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.
R 2836 · IC 145 · IC 5761 · 1117901:01PM5h21
Odense sygehus st06:22PMHamburg Hbf
€391One-way
3 transfers
IC 137 · IC 5759 · 1117511:31AM4h51
Odense station04:22PMHamburg Hbf
€391One-way
2 transfers
R 2828 · IC 137 · IC 5759 · 1117511:01AM5h21
Odense sygehus st04:22PMHamburg Hbf
€391One-way
3 transfers
IC 145 · IC 5761 · 1117901:31PM4h51
Odense station06:22PMHamburg Hbf
€391One-way
2 transfers
R 4614 · IC 827 · IC 5757 · ICE 118708:41AM5h32
Odense sygehus st02:13PMHamburg Hbf
€561One-way
3 transfers
ECE 117511:36AM3h32
Odense station03:08PMHamburg Hbf
€671One-way
0 transfers
ECE 39309:36AM3h32
Odense station01:08PMHamburg Hbf
€781One-way
0 transfers
R 2828 · ECE 117511:01AM4h07
Odense sygehus st03:08PMHamburg Hbf
€671One-way
1 transfer
R 4614 · ECE 39308:41AM4h27
Odense sygehus st01:08PMHamburg Hbf
€781One-way
1 transfer
IC 129 · IC 5757 · ICE 118709:31AM4h42
Odense station02:13PMHamburg Hbf
€561One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Odense to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Odense to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 204 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€58 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Odense to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Odense to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:48 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 2828 · ECE 2295 | On time 10:01 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h07 | 2:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 2828 · ECE 1175 | On time 10:01 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h07 | 2:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 2828 · IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:01 AM Odense sygehus st | 5h21 | 3:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 10:31 AM Odense station | 4h51 | 3:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 1175 | On time 10:36 AM Odense station | 3h32 | 2:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 2295 | On time 10:36 AM Odense station | 3h32 | 2:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 2836 · IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 12:01 PM Odense sygehus st | 5h21 | 5:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 12:31 PM Odense station | 4h51 | 5:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
 305 Snälltåget | 4:23 PM Odense station | 4h07 | 8:30 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| R 4614 · IC 827 · IC 5757 · ICE 1187 | 7:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 5h32 | 1:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 4614 · ECE 393 | On time 7:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h27 | 12:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1187 | 8:31 AM Odense station | 4h42 | 1:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 393 | On time 8:36 AM Odense station | 3h32 | 12:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Odense to Hamburg?
The best time to book your train from Odense to Hamburg is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Odense to Hamburg route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Odense to Hamburg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Odense to Hamburg.
Trains
from €32Buses
from €13Journey information
Overview: Train from Odense to Hamburg
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Odense to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 3h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ from Odense to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ trains will get you between Odense and Hamburg from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
€25
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
SJ
About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Odense to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Odense 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.
Cheap train tickets from Odense to Hamburg can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Odense to Hamburg is €58; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Odense to Hamburg is 3h 25m to travel the 204 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Odense to Hamburg leaves at 12:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Odense to Hamburg leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from Odense to Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Odense to Hamburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, SJ for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Odense and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Hamburg from Odense is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Odense to Hamburg is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Odense and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Odense to Hamburg
Odense
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Odense is Odense. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Odense for your trip from Odense to Hamburg.
Odense
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Østre Stationsvej.
Dining
- Restaurant Flammen
- Restaurant Under Lindetræet
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Plaza
- First Hotel Grand
- Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Copenhagen, Aarhus, and regional destinations
Public transit options for Odense
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
Odense, Kottesgade / Byens Bro (togbus)
information
Odense sygehus st
Amenities at train station
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCBike ParkingBike RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your journey to Hamburg from Odense.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg-Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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