Wolfsburg to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolfsburg to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Dec 16

Cheapest price

€19

Average price

€37

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 21 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolfsburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Wolfsburg to Hamburg will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Wolfsburg for Hamburg on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.

Deutsche Bahn
06:142h22
Wolfsburg
08:36Hamburg
€191One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:142h22
Wolfsburg
09:36Hamburg
€241One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:532h36
Wolfsburg
09:29Hamburg
€431One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:532h05
Wolfsburg
09:58Hamburg
€621One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Wolfsburg to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolfsburg 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 2h 19m. 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 €24.

Distance: 138 km

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€50

Average price

€17

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Cheapest

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

2h 55m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Wolfsburg to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Wolfsburg to Hamburg trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:31 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 644 · ICE 776
Delayed
6:58 AM 6:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83508+deutsche_bahnICE 686
On time
7:14 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h43
9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83558+deutsche_bahnIC 2044 · ICE 686
On time
7:18 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 944 · ICE 76
Delayed
7:58 AM 7:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
10:29 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 944 · ICE 686
Delayed
7:58 AM 7:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83510+deutsche_bahnICE 886
On time
8:14 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h43
10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83560+deutsche_bahnIC 2338 · ICE 886
On time
8:18 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 996 · ICE 604
Delayed
8:33 AM 8:20 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h51
11:11 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 642 · ICE 774
Delayed
8:58 AM 8:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
11:29 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 642 · ICE 886
Delayed
8:58 AM 8:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83512+deutsche_bahnICE 684
On time
9:14 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h43
11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83562+deutsche_bahnIC 2046 · ICE 684
On time
9:18 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 942 · ECE 8
Delayed
9:58 AM 9:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 952 · ICE 684
Delayed
9:58 AM 9:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83514+deutsche_bahnICE 1074
On time
10:14 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h23
12:37 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83564+deutsche_bahnIC 2430 · ICE 882
On time
10:18 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 994 · ICE 602
On time
10:20 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h51
1:11 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 640 · ICE 882
Delayed
10:58 AM 10:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 640 · ICE 772
Delayed
10:58 AM 10:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83516+deutsche_bahnICE 682
On time
11:14 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h43
1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83566+deutsche_bahnIC 2048 · ICE 682
On time
11:18 AM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 940 · ICE 682
Delayed
11:58 AM 11:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 940 · ICE 74
Delayed
11:58 AM 11:53 AMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83518+deutsche_bahnICE 880
On time
12:14 PM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h43
2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83568+deutsche_bahnIC 2038 · ICE 880
On time
12:18 PM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h39
2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 992 · ICE 600
On time
12:20 PM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h51
3:11 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 548 · ICE 880
Delayed
12:58 PM 12:53 PMWolfsburg Hbf
2h04
2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 548 · ICE 770
Delayed
12:58 PM 12:53 PMWolfsburg Hbf
2h36
3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
enno83520+deutsche_bahnICE 1282
On time
1:14 PM Wolfsburg Hbf
2h23
3:37 PM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wolfsburg to Hamburg

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Trains from Wolfsburg to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 50m.

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
138 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 50m
First train
00:12
Last train
23:50
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, erixx, Metronom, enno, Start Deutschland GmbH from Wolfsburg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, erixx, Metronom, enno, Start Deutschland GmbH trains will get you between Wolfsburg 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 50m
Cheapest Price
€20
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
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

erixx

About
erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.
Luggage & cancellation policy
erixx frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not possible on regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
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 Duration
2h 57m
Metronom frequency
1 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

enno

About
enno is a brand of Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH, a German railway company operating passenger services in Lower Saxony. The name \enno\" is derived from \"Elektro-Netz-Niedersachsen-Ost\" (Electric Network Lower Saxony East). enno operates two main regional express lines: RE30 from Hannover to Wolfsburg and RE50 from Wolfsburg to Hildesheim via Braunschweig. The company utilizes Alstom Coradia Continental electric multiple units, which are designed for comfort with features like generous legroom, power sockets, air-conditioning, and Wi-Fi. enno trains are also noted for being environmentally friendly and electrically powered."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
enno frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and drink vending machines available on board
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Start Deutschland GmbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Start Deutschland GmbH frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Wolfsburg to Hamburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolfsburg 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
On average the Wolfsburg to Hamburg train travel time is 6 h 18 min   for the 137 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Wolfsburg to Hamburg leaves at 05: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Wolfsburg to Hamburg leaves at 21: 14.
There are 18 trains a day from Wolfsburg to Hamburg which require at least one change with erixx, Metronom or Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Wolfsburg to Hamburg you can take a train with erixx, Metronom or Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Hamburg from Wolfsburg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 14.

When departing from Wolfsburg, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Wolfsburg Hbf, Wolfsburg, ZOB and Wolfsburg, Willy-Brandt-Platz (Hauptbahnhof). 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 Wolfsburg Hbf, which is located around 0.6 miles (875 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 Wolfsburg to Hamburg by train is September.
Yes, you can take a train to Hamburg from Wolfsburg.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Wolfsburg to Hamburg

Wolfsburg
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Wolfsburg is Fallersleben. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fallersleben for your trip from Wolfsburg to Hamburg.
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WifiWifi
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DiningDining
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Fallersleben, Am Bahnhof 35, 38442 Wolfsburg
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Dining
Dining
  • Altes Brauhaus zu Fallersleben
  • Holzofen Pizzeria
  • S. Marco
  • Delphi
Hotel
Hotel
  • Ludwig im Park
  • Fallersleben Spieker
  • Neue Stuben
  • Hotel zur Börse
Wolfsburg HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Wolfsburg Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 3, 38440 Wolfsburg
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 15:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
Dining
Dining
  • Lagune Foodhalls
  • Chardonnay
  • Bar BQ
  • Cafe & Bar Celona
Hotel
Hotel
  • Goldene Henne
  • Internationales Boardinghaus(Penthouse Hotel)
  • Hotel Niedersachsen
  • City Hotel Journal

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