How much does a train ticket cost from Hamburg to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from CA$22. The average price for this train route is around CA$83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Hamburg to Cologne is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Cologne route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , IC Bus , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Cologne?

The earliest train from Hamburg to Cologne departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 22:50.

Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Cologne?

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 Hamburg to Cologne?

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hamburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Hamburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Hamburg to Cologne from CA$21 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 8 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	20:56	Hbf	Cheapest
	16:42	Harburg	4h 14m	20:56	Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	18:12	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 48m	23:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr	18:12	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 36m	22:48	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	18:12	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 48m	23:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 9 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
metronom + Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	18:36	Hamburg Hbf	6h 33m	01:09	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	08:42	Harburg	4h 14m	12:56	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	08:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:12	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 51m	11:03	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 10 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	20:56	Hbf	Cheapest
	10:42	Harburg	4h 14m	14:56	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	10:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	14:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:12	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 51m	11:03	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 11 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:23	Hamburg Hbf	4h 36m	00:59	Hbf	Cheapest
	08:42	Harburg	4h 14m	12:56	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	08:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 50m	11:03	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 12 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:23	Hamburg Hbf	4h 36m	00:59	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:23	Hamburg Hbf	4h 25m	10:48	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 50m	11:03	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Start Unterelbe + metronom + DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	06:30	Hamburg-Neugraben	5h 54m	12:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 13 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	12:56	Hbf	Cheapest
	08:42	Harburg	4h 14m	12:56	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	16:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	20:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hamburg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Hamburg-Neugraben	4h 50m	11:03	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 14 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:23	Hamburg Hbf	5h 24m	00:47	Hbf	Cheapest
	08:42	Harburg	4h 14m	12:56	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:30	HAM Airport	8h 11m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	08:30	Hamburg Hbf	4h 26m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
metronom + DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	06:16	Hamburg Hbf	6h 8m	12:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:21 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hamburg to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

4h 25mAverage duration

221 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCA$27 - CA$202	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCA$22 - CA$365	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

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

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Cologne by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from CA$22. The average price for this train route is around CA$83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Cologne is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, IC Bus, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Cologne departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 22:50.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Cologne?
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 Hamburg to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hamburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller 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

06/05

CA$48

07/05

CA$48

Today

CA$91

09/05

CA$51

10/05

CA$66

11/05

CA$31

12/05

CA$31

13/05

CA$51

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on 11 May 2026 with a price of CA$31

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

You can expect to pay from CA$31 to CA$332 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$31, which is on 2026-05-11.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.