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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg
Showing times and prices for Dec 27
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
129 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oldenburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oldenburg to Hamburg will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Oldenburg to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
RE 52037 · ICE 20609:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf11:15AMHamburg Hbf
€451One-way
1 transfer
4411 · ICE 61808:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf10:15AMHamburg Hbf
€451One-way
1 transfer
RS30+ICE 103611:05AM1h46
Oldenburg Hbf12:51PMHamburg Hbf
€451One-way
1 transfer
RS30+IC 231010:05AM1h41
Oldenburg Hbf11:46AMHamburg Hbf
€471One-way
1 transfer
RS30+ICE 103610:53AM1h58
Oldenburg-Wechloy12:51PMHamburg Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
RE 52037 · ICE 20609:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf11:15AMHamburg Hbf
€451One-way
1 transfer
4411 · ICE 61808:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf10:15AMHamburg Hbf
€451One-way
1 transfer
4415 · ICE 61610:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf12:15PMHamburg Hbf
€491One-way
1 transfer
IC 2037 · ICE 20609:35AM1h40
Oldenburg Hbf11:15AMHamburg Hbf
€551One-way
1 transfer
RS30+IC 231010:05AM1h41
Oldenburg Hbf11:46AMHamburg Hbf
€471One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oldenburg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldenburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Oldenburg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Oldenburg to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:29 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4411 · ICE 618 | Delayed 7:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 206 | On time 7:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52037 · ICE 206 | On time 8:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2037 · ICE 206 | On time 8:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+IC 2310 | On time 8:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1h53 | 10:46 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+IC 2310 | On time 9:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:46 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4415 · ICE 616 | On time 9:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 1036 | On time 9:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1h58 | 11:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 1036 | On time 10:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h46 | 11:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52039 · ICE 204 | On time 10:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 12:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2039 · ICE 204 | On time 10:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 12:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 614 | On time 10:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4419 · ICE 614 | On time 11:34 AM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 202 | On time 11:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2339 · ICE 202 | On time 12:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52339 · ICE 202 | On time 12:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 612 | On time 12:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4423 · ICE 612 | On time 1:34 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 1032 | On time 1:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 1h58 | 3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 1032 | On time 2:05 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h46 | 3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52433 · ICE 200 | On time 2:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 4:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2433 · ICE 200 | On time 2:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 4:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 610 | On time 2:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4427 · ICE 610 | On time 3:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52435 · ICE 108 | On time 4:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 6:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2435 · ICE 108 | On time 4:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 6:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 518 | On time 4:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4431 · ICE 518 | On time 5:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 106 | On time 5:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52437 · ICE 106 | On time 6:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2437 · ICE 106 | On time 6:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 516 | On time 6:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4435 · ICE 516 | On time 7:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS30+ICE 104 | On time 7:56 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h20 | 10:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2439 · ICE 104 | On time 8:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 52439 · ICE 104 | On time 8:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h41 | 10:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS3+ICE 514 | On time 8:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h22 | 11:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4439 · ICE 514 | On time 9:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 1h40 | 11:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RS3+ 81944 | 9:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h51 | 12:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4271+81944 | 10:32 PM Oldenburg Hbf | 2h12 | 12:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RS3+81946 | 10:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy | 2h50 | 1:43 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
| 4:40 AM Oldenburg | 2h03 | 6:43 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oldenburg to Hamburg
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Trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 31m.
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 €9
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:57 |
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 €9
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom, NordWestBahn from Oldenburg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom, NordWestBahn trains will get you between Oldenburg and Hamburg from €9. 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
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
€19
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 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
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
NordWestBahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 46m
Cheapest Price
€39
NordWestBahn frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oldenburg 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.
The first train from Oldenburg to Hamburg leaves at 07: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Oldenburg to Hamburg leaves at 22: 53.
Take the Oldenburg to Hamburg train with NordWestBahn, Metronom or Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Oldenburg and Hamburg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 53.
When departing from Oldenburg, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Oldenburg Hbf, Oldenburg-Wechloy and Oldenburg, Ammerländer Heerstraße (Pophankenweg). When arriving in Hamburg, you can end your route in train stations like Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Airport and Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Oldenburg Hbf, which is located around 0.6 miles (860 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Oldenburg to Hamburg by train is December.
Yes, you can take a train from Oldenburg to Hamburg.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oldenburg to Hamburg
Oldenburg
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Oldenburg is Oldenburg(Oldb). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oldenburg(Oldb) for your trip from Oldenburg to Hamburg.
Oldenburg(Oldb)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 16:00
Dining
- Kingdom-Pizza
- Flying Pizza
- Korinth-Express
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Antares
- Hermes Hotel
- Acara
- Altera Hotel
Oldenburg-Wechloy
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Ali Baba
- Cafe Merlin
- Santorini
- Rice Guys
The 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 Oldenburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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-Harburg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
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