Oldenburg to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 24

Cheapest price on Sep 24

€28

Average ticket price on Sep 24

€40

Fastest journey on Sep 24

1 h 33 m

Average journey duration on Sep 24

1 h 36 m

Trains on Sep 24

15

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 €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Oldenburg to Hamburg without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche Bahn4411 · ICE 618
    8:35 AM1h40
    Oldenburg Hbf
    10:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 618+NordWestBahnRS30
    7:53 AM2h22
    Oldenburg-Wechloy
    10:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    301One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1036+NordWestBahnRS30
    11:05 AM1h46
    Oldenburg Hbf
    12:51 PMHamburg Hbf
    311One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1041 · ICE 1028
    6:40 AM1h38
    Oldenburg Hbf
    8:18 AMHamburg Hbf
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnRE 52037 · ICE 206
    9:35 AM1h40
    Oldenburg Hbf
    11:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    351One-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 an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €38.

Distance: 129 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€38

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Oldenburg to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Oldenburg to Hamburg:

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oldenburg to Hamburg costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Oldenburg to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oldenburg and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Oldenburg to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Oldenburg to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 206+NordWestBahnRS30
Delayed
8:38 AM 8:53 AMOldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4415 · ICE 616
Delayed
10:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
11:12 AM 11:12 AMHamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 1036
Delayed
10:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy
1h45
10:46 AM 10:46 AMHamburg Harburg
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 204
On time
10:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 1036
Delayed
11:05 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h33
10:46 AM 10:46 AMHamburg Harburg
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52039 · ICE 204
On time
11:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2039 · ICE 204
On time
11:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 614
Delayed
11:53 AM Oldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
12:43 PM 12:43 PMHamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4419 · ICE 614
Delayed
12:34 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h41
12:43 PM 12:43 PMHamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 202
On time
12:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52431 · ICE 202
On time
1:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2431 · ICE 202
On time
1:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 612
Delayed
1:53 PM Oldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
3:26 PM 3:26 PMHamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4423 · ICE 612
Delayed
2:34 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h41
3:26 PM 3:26 PMHamburg Hbf
1 transfer
NordWestBahnRS30+Deutsche BahnICE 1032
On time
3:05 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h34
4:39 PM Hamburg Harburg
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52433 · ICE 200
On time
3:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2433 · ICE 200
On time
3:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4427 · ICE 610
On time
4:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
6:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2435 · ICE 108
On time
5:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52435 · ICE 108
On time
5:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4431 · ICE 518
On time
6:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52437 · ICE 106
On time
7:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2437 · ICE 106
On time
7:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4435 · ICE 516
On time
8:35 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
10:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52439 · ICE 104
On time
9:26 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h51
11:17 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2439 · ICE 104
On time
9:26 PM Oldenburg Hbf
1h51
11:17 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Thursday, September 24
Deutsche BahnICE 1041 · ICE 1028
On time
6:40 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h38
8:18 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52035 · ICE 2214
On time
7:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h35
9:10 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2035 · ICE 2214
On time
7:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h35
9:10 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 618+NordWestBahnRS30
Delayed
7:17 AM 7:53 AMOldenburg-Wechloy
2h22
10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4411 · ICE 618
On time
8:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2037 · ICE 206
On time
9:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 52037 · ICE 206
On time
9:35 AM Oldenburg Hbf
1h40
11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oldenburg to Hamburg

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Trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 9m.

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 €10
Distance
129 km
Average train duration
1h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 9m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
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 €10

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Oldenburg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Oldenburg and Hamburg from €10. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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.
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.
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.
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
Average metronom Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest metronom Price
€28
metronom frequency
2 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

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Oldenburg to Hamburg can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oldenburg to Hamburg is €38; 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 Oldenburg to Hamburg is 1h 9m to travel the 129 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 Oldenburg to Hamburg leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Oldenburg to Hamburg leaves at 11:53 PM.
There are 10 trains a day from Oldenburg to Hamburg which require at least one change with metronom, Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Oldenburg to Hamburg, you can count on metronom, Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Oldenburg and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Hamburg from Oldenburg is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Oldenburg to Hamburg is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oldenburg and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Oldenburg to Hamburg

Most Oldenburg to Hamburg trains use the Oldenburg(Oldb) to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Oldenburg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Oldenburg
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Oldenburg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Oldenburg to Hamburg leave from Oldenburg(Oldb). The station is 1 km from Oldenburg city centre at Oldenburg (Oldb) Hbf, Bahnhofsplatz 12d, 26122 Oldenburg (Oldb).
Oldenburg(Oldb)Oldenburg (Oldb) Hbf, Bahnhofsplatz 12d, 26122 Oldenburg (Oldb)WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Oldenburg(Oldb) from Oldenburg city centre

Bus305, 303E, 303, 317, 321, 311, 350, 330, 329, 309, 325, 320, 280, 313E, N37, N36, 324, 322, 315E, 315, 314, 313, 310E, 310, 308, 306, 304, 301 · 1m · every ~107 min

Oldenburg(Oldb) train station facilities and services

Oldenburg(Oldb) 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: Kingdom-Pizza, Flying Pizza, Korinth-Express, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). ATMs are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Information desks are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg(Oldb). Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oldenburg(Oldb): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg(Oldb).

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Antares, Hermes Hotel, Acara, Altera Hotel.

Oldenburg-WechloyOldenburg-Wechloy, Bäckeplacken 1, 26129 Oldenburg (Oldb)WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Oldenburg-Wechloy from Oldenburg city centre

Oldenburg-Wechloy is 2 km from Oldenburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRs30, Rs3 · 2m · €2 · every ~2 min
Bus350, 306E, 310, 306 · 8m · every ~14 min
350, 306E, 310, 306 · 9m · every ~14 min

Oldenburg-Wechloy train station facilities and services

Oldenburg-Wechloy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Ali Baba, Cafe Merlin, Santorini, Rice Guys

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. ATMs are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Information desks are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Oldenburg-Wechloy. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oldenburg-Wechloy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oldenburg-Wechloy.

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