How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 207 miles (333 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Hamburg at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:57pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Düsseldorf 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.

Train Düsseldorf to Hamburg from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:24am	Hbf	3h 44m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:24am	Hbf	3h 31m	10:55am	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 17m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 42m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 27m	6:54pm	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 17m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 40m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 29m	10:55am	Harburg	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 42m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 27m	6:54pm	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 17m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 40m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 29m	10:55am	Harburg	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 40m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	3:27pm	Hbf	3h 27m	6:54pm	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 17m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 42m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:26am	Hbf	3h 29m	10:55am	Harburg	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:26am	Hbf	3h 42m	3:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	11:26am	Hbf	3h 29m	2:55pm	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 17m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	5:26pm	Hbf	3h 42m	9:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	5:26pm	Hbf	3h 29m	8:55pm	Harburg	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:29 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

211 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $125	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $199	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $49	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,548 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 207 miles (333 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Hamburg at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:57pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Düsseldorf 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

12/06

$36

12/07

$36

Today

$32

12/09

No data

12/10

No data

12/11

$23

12/12

$43

12/13

$24

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $73 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-11.