How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Berlin start from R 179. The average price for this train route is around R 587. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Berlin?

The average train journey time from Hamburg to Berlin is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 255 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 26 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

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

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

Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Berlin?

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 Berlin?

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 Hamburg to Berlin?

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 Berlin?

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 Berlin from R 130 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 24 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	2h 31m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 19m	15:38	Spandau	Fastest
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	07:01	Hamburg Hbf	3h 28m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	2h 41m	11:59	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 25 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	2h 31m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 19m	15:38	Spandau	Fastest
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	06:01	Hamburg Hbf	3h 27m	09:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Train	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	2h 41m	11:59	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 26 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:21	Hamburg Hbf	2h 26m	19:47	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Train	17:21	Hamburg Hbf	2h 16m	19:37	Spandau	Fastest
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	06:01	Hamburg Hbf	3h 27m	09:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 43m	16:02	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 27 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:21	Hamburg Hbf	2h 26m	19:47	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Train	17:21	Hamburg Hbf	2h 16m	19:37	Spandau	Fastest
Train	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	2h 31m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	07:01	Hamburg Hbf	3h 28m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Train	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 28 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:30	Harburg	2h 17m	19:47	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	17:30	Harburg	2h 7m	19:37	Spandau	Fastest
	Train	13:27	Harburg	2h 22m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	07:49	Hamburg Hbf	2h 33m	10:22	Berlin Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	22:33	Hamburg Hbf	7h 15m	05:48	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 1 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:28	Harburg	2h 21m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	17:30	Harburg	2h 7m	19:37	Spandau	Fastest
	Train	13:27	Harburg	2h 22m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	07:49	Hamburg Hbf	2h 33m	10:22	Berlin Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	22:36	Hamburg Hbf	2h 53m	01:29	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 2 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:28	Harburg	2h 21m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	17:30	Harburg	2h 7m	19:37	Spandau	Fastest
	Train	13:27	Harburg	2h 22m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	06:52	Hamburg Hbf	2h 42m	09:34	Berlin Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	08:36	Hamburg Hbf	2h 57m	11:33	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Berlin on 3 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:27	Harburg	2h 22m	11:49	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	09:27	Harburg	2h 11m	11:38	Spandau	Fastest
	Train	13:27	Harburg	2h 22m	15:49	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	06:52	Hamburg Hbf	2h 42m	09:34	Berlin Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	08:36	Hamburg Hbf	2h 57m	11:33	Berlin Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Berlin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

248 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 201 - R 2 520	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 179 - R 3 035	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 174 - R 765	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Hamburg

A
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 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
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/512 248 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Berlin 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 Hamburg to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Berlin start from R 179. The average price for this train route is around R 587. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Berlin is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 255 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 26 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Berlin?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Berlin departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 22:50.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Berlin?
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 Berlin?
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 Hamburg to Berlin?
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 Berlin?
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

22/02

R 1 389

23/02

R 1 549

Today

R 327

25/02

R 338

26/02

R 348

27/02

R 695

28/02

R 437

01/03

R 477

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Berlin was searched and found on 24 Feb 2026 with a price of R 327

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

You can expect to pay from R 327 to R 3 077 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 338, which is on 2026-02-25.

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.