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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Lübeck
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Lübeck?
Hamburg
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Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Lübeck 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 Lübeck?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Lübeck start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £18. 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 Lübeck?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Lübeck is 49m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 39m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Lübeck route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Lübeck?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Lübeck departs at 08:38. And the latest train departs at 13:01.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Lübeck?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Lübeck?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hamburg to Lübeck?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Lübeck?
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.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Lübeck was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Lübeck as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £48 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Lübeck based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
