How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Dortmund to Hamburg takes 2h 50m and covers 285 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 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 Dortmund to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Dortmund to Hamburg departs at 6:25am. The latest train departs at 8:25pm.

What is the best train operator from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 best on-time performance from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Hamburg from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Hamburg on January 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:24am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 51m	10:15am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:51pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	10h 4m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	9:52am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	6h 42m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Hamburg on January 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
9:52am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	6h 42m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 50m	9:15am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:44 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund 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 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

285 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $146	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $172	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $59	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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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

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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

3.5/512,150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Hamburg takes 2h 50m and covers 285 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 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 Dortmund to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Hamburg departs at 6:25am. The latest train departs at 8:25pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 best on-time performance from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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

01-24

$55

01-25

$35

Today

$35

01-27

No data

01-28

$35

01-29

No data

01-30

No data

01-31

$33

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $222 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2026-01-31.

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.