How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start at TRY 447. The average price for this train route is around TRY 3,609. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Leipzig to Hamburg takes 3h 58m and covers 294 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

The earliest train from Leipzig to Hamburg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:22pm.

What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Hamburg?

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.

Train Leipzig to Hamburg from TRY 394 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on July 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 17m	4:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:05am	Leipzig central station	6h 16m	10:21am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord + metronom	9:16pm	Leipzig Hbf	9h 9m	6:25am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:40am	Leipzig central station	6h 41m	2:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on July 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 36m	12:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	8:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	11:24am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 36m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:40am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 44m	10:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:40am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 44m	10:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:40am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 44m	10:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on July 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 36m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	Cheapest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 36m	12:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	8:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	11:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on July 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 36m	12:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nordost + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn	8:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	5:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nordost + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn	8:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	5:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nordost + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn	8:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	5:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on July 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 36m	12:21pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 12m	9:24am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 6m	12:10am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 447, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19train per day

3h 58mAverage Duration

294 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 735 - TRY 7,116	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 447 - TRY 13,234	Average Duration3h 58m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, 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

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start at TRY 447. The average price for this train route is around TRY 3,609. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Hamburg takes 3h 58m and covers 294 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Hamburg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Hamburg?
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.

Best price found

07-02

TRY 4,203

07-03

TRY 4,316

Today

TRY 1,911

07-05

TRY 3,036

07-06

TRY 2,923

07-07

No data

07-08

TRY 1,914

07-09

TRY 3,710

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Jul 4, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,911

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

You can expect to pay from TRY 1,911 to TRY 11,412 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,914 which is on 2026-07-08.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.

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

Leipzig

Leipzig Hbf

Goethestraße 5

Hamburg

Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

Harburg

Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Altona