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

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Hamburg is £47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Hamburg?

A train trip between Cologne and Hamburg is around 4h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 222 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Cologne and Hamburg?

The number of trains from Cologne to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Hamburg?

When taking the train from Cologne to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Hamburg?

Trains travelling between Cologne and Hamburg leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.

Train Cologne to Hamburg from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:00	Hbf	4h 7m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:15	Hbf	3h 36m	09:51	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	06:59	Hbf	4h 9m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	7h 41m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:04	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 47m	09:51	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 6m	12:59	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Hbf	3h 36m	09:51	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:59	Hbf	3h 56m	10:55	Harburg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 3m	00:14	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	14:11	Hbf	3h 40m	17:51	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	06:59	Hbf	4h 9m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	7h 41m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 9m	10:14	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:35	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 20m	10:55	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	15:00	Hbf	4h 7m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 9m	10:14	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:59	Hbf	4h 8m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:03	Hbf	3h 52m	10:55	Harburg	Fastest
	07:03	Hbf	4h 5m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:16	Hbf	7h 39m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 9m	10:14	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:47	Hbf	4h 27m	12:14	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity	08:07	Hbf	4h 52m	12:59	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	14:59	Hbf	3h 55m	18:54	Harburg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 13m	10:24	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	18:59	Hbf	3h 56m	22:55	Harburg	Fastest
	08:24	Hbf	4h 42m	13:06	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:16	Hbf	7h 39m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 13m	10:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:47	Hbf	4h 27m	11:14	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	18:59	Hbf	4h 11m	23:10	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 13m	10:24	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 47m	01:36	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 58m	10:03	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 58m	10:03	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:37	Hbf	4h 18m	10:55	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity	08:17	Hbf	4h 42m	12:59	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 58m	10:03	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:37	Hbf	4h 18m	10:55	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity	08:17	Hbf	4h 42m	12:59	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:58 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

222 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £121	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £209	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £40	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,292 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

B - Harburg

C - Hamburg Airport

D - Hamburg Altona

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Hamburg

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Hamburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Hamburg is £47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Cologne to Hamburg?
A train trip between Cologne and Hamburg is around 4h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 222 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Cologne and Hamburg?
The number of trains from Cologne to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Hamburg?
When taking the train from Cologne to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Hamburg?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Hamburg leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/11

£34

12/11

£99

Today

£28

14/11

£45

15/11

£20

16/11

£36

17/11

£14

18/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Hamburg was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £222 for a train ticket from Cologne to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.