Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 29 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	Cheapest
	07:37	Berlin Hbf Train Station	1h 47m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	7h 11m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags
	10:19	Hauptbahnhof	2h 2m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:27	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
	09:55	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 26m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 30 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	08:31	Spandau	1h 41m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
	20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	22:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Regio Nordost + DB Regio Südost + metronom	13:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 32m	18:05	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:19	Hauptbahnhof	1h 53m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Regio Nordost + DB Regio Südost + metronom	13:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 32m	18:05	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 31 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	08:31	Spandau	1h 41m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
	20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	22:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	8h	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	08:19	Hauptbahnhof	1h 53m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 34m	08:40	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 1 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	1h 54m	18:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Cheapest
	08:31	Spandau	1h 41m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
	14:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	16:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:58	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 26m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost	20:25	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 13m	00:38	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	8h	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	22:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 2 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	Cheapest
	10:31	Spandau	1h 41m	12:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	8h	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	20:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 25m	22:43	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:53	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 31m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	7h 11m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags
	10:19	Hauptbahnhof	1h 53m	12:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:53	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 31m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 3 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	1h 54m	18:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Cheapest
	08:31	Spandau	1h 41m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
	18:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 3m	20:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 38m	08:44	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	8h	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	08:19	Hauptbahnhof	1h 53m	10:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 38m	08:44	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 4 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	1h 54m	18:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Cheapest
	16:31	Spandau	1h 41m	18:12	Hamburg-Bergedorf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	6h 56m	15:35	HAM Airport	No tags
	10:19	Hauptbahnhof	2h 2m	12:21	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost	06:01	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 37m	10:38	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 8m	09:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr	06:07	Berlin Hbf Train Station	2h 37m	08:44	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost	06:21	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 17m	10:38	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 R 160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

55train per day

2h 3mAverage duration

251 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 224 - R 2 498	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 160 - R 3 033	Average duration2h 3m	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
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 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

FlixTrain

3.3/533 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi2.0

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi5.0

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

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 differ 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 R 160. The average price for this train route is around R 646. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 251 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 55 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Berlin to Hamburg departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 22:34.
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 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Hamburg?
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 Berlin to Hamburg?
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

27/07

R 601

28/07

R 440

Today

R 861

30/07

R 532

31/07

R 741

01/08

R 401

02/08

R 1 042

03/08

R 401

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on 01 Aug 2026 with a price of R 401

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 R 401 to R 2 704 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 R 401, which is on 2026-08-01.

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.