The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Hamburg
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€33
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€113
Fastest journey on Oct 06
5 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
6 h 58 m
Trains on Oct 06
21
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Hamburg will cost around €113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 21 trains from Prague to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 165366:47 PM11h57Prague hlavní nádraží6:44 AMHamburg Hbf€331One-way7 transfers
EC 458 · S35 · 16340 · 169206:31 PM12h13Prague hlavní nádraží6:44 AMHamburg Hbf€541One-way4 transfers
EC 458 · ICE 592 · ICE 2406:31 PM12h22Prague hlavní nádraží6:53 AMHamburg-Bergedorf€651One-way2 transfers
R 686 · BUS 10174 · IC 2572 · 185291:47 PM8h23Prague hlavní nádraží10:10 PMHamburg Hbf€851One-way4 transfers
RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · IC 2572 · 185292:41 PM7h29Prague-Holešovice10:10 PMHamburg Hbf€851One-way4 transfers
RJ 3846:31 AM5h53Prague hlavní nádraží12:24 PMHamburg Hbf€1451One-way0 transfers
RJ 1724:31 PM6h11Prague hlavní nádraží10:42 PMHamburg Hbf€1001One-way0 transfers
RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · IC 2572 · 185292:41 PM7h29Prague-Holešovice10:10 PMHamburg Hbf€851One-way4 transfers
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · RJ 3828:47 AM7h37Prague hlavní nádraží4:24 PMHamburg Hbf€1411One-way3 transfers
R 696 · Os 28003 · S1 · RJ 1786:47 AM7h38Prague hlavní nádraží2:25 PMHamburg Hbf€1411One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Hamburg
Trains from Prague to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Prague to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Hamburg trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · RJ 176 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 6:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · IC 2176 · 18521 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h39 | 6:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · RJ 174 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 8:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · IC 2174 · 18525 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h39 | 8:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 686 · BUS 10174 · RJ 172 | On time 1:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h55 | 10:42 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 686 · BUS 10174 · IC 2572 · 18529 | On time 1:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h23 | 10:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · RJ 172 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 8h01 | 10:42 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · IC 2572 · 18529 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 7h29 | 10:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 582 · 82848 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h45 | 5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EX 350 · 3586 · ICE 1080 | On time 5:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h06 | 6:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 678 · RJ 250 · ICE 1540 · ICE 1080 | On time 5:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h54 | 6:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 458 · ICE 592 · ICE 240 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h22 | 6:53 AM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 2 transfers | |
EC 458 · S35 · 16340 · 16920 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h10 | 6:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 458 · ICE 592 · ICE 608 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h54 | 7:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 16536 | On time 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h54 | 6:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7 transfers | |
RJ 170 · 16500 · ICE 606 | On time 8:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h37 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 6 | |||||
RJ 384 | On time 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h53 | 12:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 696 · Os 28003 · S1 · RJ 178 | On time 6:47 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h38 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · IC 2178 · 18517 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h39 | 4:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · RJ 382 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h53 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · RJ 382 | On time 8:47 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h37 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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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.
metronom
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Hamburg
Most Prague to Hamburg trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Prague and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice 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: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Prague arrive at?
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 Dammtor from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor train station facilities and services
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
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