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Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 3 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		16:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	18:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	21:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		15:19	Hauptbahnhof	8h 31m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags
		18:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	20:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 12m	20:25	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost		19:22	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 15m	23:37	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		15:26	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 24m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags
		15:55	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 26m	18:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 4 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	8h 11m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		12:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	14:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:07	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 17m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + Deutsche Bahn		07:54	Berlin Hbf Train Station	2h 17m	10:11	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	9h 21m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
		14:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	16:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 5 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	9h 21m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
		08:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	10:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		15:19	Hauptbahnhof	8h 31m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags
		12:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	14:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 6 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		18:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	20:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
		14:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	16:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
		09:55	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 26m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 7 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		18:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	20:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	8h 11m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:32	Berlin Südkreuz	8h 3m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		14:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	16:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 8 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	22:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	8h 11m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		08:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	10:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	9h 21m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 9 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	22:21	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	8h 11m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		08:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	10:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	9h 21m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 10 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:09	Berlin Hbf Train Station	2h 2m	08:11	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	8h 11m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
		08:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	10:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	08:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + Deutsche Bahn		07:54	Berlin Hbf Train Station	2h 17m	10:11	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	9h 21m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
		10:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Hamburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just €9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day

2h 3mAverage duration

253 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€13 - €101	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€9 - €170	Average duration2h 3m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 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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Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Hamburg

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

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3.1/541 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi1.9

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Hamburg 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 Berlin to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from €9. The average price for this train route is around €31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Hamburg is 2h 3m, covering a distance of 253 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 40 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Berlin to Hamburg departs at 06:03. And the latest train departs at 21:48.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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

01/10

€25

02/10

€28

Today

€25

04/10

€36

05/10

€22

06/10

€16

07/10

€16

08/10

€18

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on 6 Oct 2026 with a price of €16

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 €16 to €154 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 €16, which is on 2026-10-06.

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.