How much does a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Hamburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Vienna to Hamburg is $144. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Vienna to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Vienna to Hamburg?

A train trip between Vienna and Hamburg is around 9h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 744 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Hamburg?

The number of trains from Vienna to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Vienna to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Vienna to Hamburg?

When taking the train from Vienna to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Hamburg?

Trains travelling between Vienna and Hamburg leave from Westbahnhof or Vienna Airport and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.

Train Vienna to Hamburg from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	21h 37m	8:32pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 55m	6:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:55pm	Erdberg	19h 11m	1:06pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 55m	6:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 55m	6:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:35pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	22h 20m	10:55am	Harburg	Cheapest
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 40m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 40m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 40m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:50pm	Erdberg	20h 17m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 40m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:35pm	Erdberg	20h 33m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Hamburg on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:55pm	Erdberg	19h 11m	1:06pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 40m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	21h 37m	8:32pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 42m	3:55pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 29m	6:42am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna 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 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

743 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $279	Average Duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $522	Average Duration9h 42m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$80 - $80	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

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

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

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

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Hamburg by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Hamburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Vienna to Hamburg is $144. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Vienna to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Vienna to Hamburg?
A train trip between Vienna and Hamburg is around 9h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 744 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Hamburg?
The number of trains from Vienna to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Vienna to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Vienna to Hamburg?
When taking the train from Vienna to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Hamburg?
Trains travelling between Vienna and Hamburg leave from Westbahnhof or Vienna Airport and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-20

$155

11-21

$240

Today

$239

11-23

$239

11-24

$154

11-25

$97

11-26

$120

11-27

$138

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $478 for a train ticket from Vienna to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-11-25.