The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€97
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
752 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Hamburg will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
EC 42 · ICE 1900
EC 48 · ICE 1906
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 600
EC 46 · ICE 1904
EC 44 · ICE 1902
EC 42 · ICE 1900
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 600
EC 46 · ICE 1904
EC 48 · ICE 1906
EC 44 · ICE 1902Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €152.
Distance: 752 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€93 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €241 Average price |
8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 46 · ICE 1904 | On time 10:00 AM Warsaw Central | 8h11 | 6:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 44 · ICE 1902 | On time 12:00 PM Warsaw Central | 8h13 | 8:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 44 · ICE 504 | On time 12:00 PM Warsaw Central | 9h11 | 9:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 44 · ICE 542 · ICE 784 | On time 12:00 PM Warsaw Central | 8h57 | 8:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 42 · ICE 1900 | On time 2:00 PM Warsaw Central | 8h11 | 10:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 40 · ICE 900 | On time 4:00 PM Warsaw Central | 8h01 | 12:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, January 14 | |||||
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 600 | 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 8h11 | 3:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 1906 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 8h12 | 4:12 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Warsaw to Hamburg
Trains from Warsaw to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €45 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 752 km distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 752 km |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Hamburg from €45. 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.
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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.

When departing from Warsaw, you have various train station options to start your route from including Warsaw Central and Warsaw Chopin Airport. When arriving in Hamburg, you can end your trip in train stations like Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Airport and Hamburg Harburg.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Warsaw Central, which is located around 0.6 miles (996 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Warsaw to Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Aleje Jerozolimskie.
- Restaurant Warszawski Lukier
- Bistro Trojka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel
- Campanile Varsovie
- Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: bus terminal
- Tram: Line 1, Line 7, Line 9, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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 Kijowska 16.
- Mateusz Gessler Restaurant
- Bistro Praga
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Wiatraczna
- Hotel Praski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 7, 13, 22, 24
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
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