How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Berlin to Hamburg is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 160 miles (257 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Berlin to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berlin to Hamburg?

The earliest train departs from Berlin to Hamburg at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 9:38pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Berlin to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Hamburg from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 34m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	5:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 39m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	1:18pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 53m	4:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:22am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 35m	9:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:21pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 4m	10:25pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:37am	Berlin Hbf	2h 41m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:22am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 35m	9:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
7:19am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 38m	10:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
9:55am	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 39m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:37am	Berlin Hbf	2h 41m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
7:19am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 38m	10:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:21am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 57m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
9:55am	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 39m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:21am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 57m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
9:55am	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 39m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on April 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:21am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 57m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
9:55am	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 39m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:33 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Hamburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

154 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $143	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $163	Average Duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Hamburg?

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3.1/525 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Berlin to Hamburg is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 160 miles (257 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Berlin to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berlin to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Berlin to Hamburg at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 9:38pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/13

$68

04/14

$102

Today

$23

04/16

$20

04/17

$34

04/18

$19

04/19

$44

04/20

$18

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $260 for a train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-04-20.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.