How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Hamburg start from ₪37. The average price for this train route is around ₪183. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Cologne to Hamburg is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 356 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Cologne to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , IC Bus , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

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

The earliest train from Cologne to Hamburg departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 23:27.

Which is the best train operator from Cologne 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 Cologne to Hamburg?

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 Cologne 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 Cologne 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 Cologne to Hamburg from ₪65 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 29 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
12:08	Hbf	3h 41m	15:49	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
06:25	Hbf	4h 32m	10:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
07:40	Hbf	4h 6m	11:46	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
06:25	Hbf	4h 32m	10:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 30 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:01	Hbf	4h 6m	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	12:08	Hbf	3h 41m	15:49	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	15:01	Hbf	4h 27m	19:28	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	8h 26m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:11	Hbf	4h 4m	10:15	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 1 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Hbf	5h 59m	21:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 15m	13:16	Harburg	Fastest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 27m	13:28	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	8h 26m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:19	Hbf	4h 21m	10:40	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 2 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:01	Hbf	4h 27m	19:28	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 15m	13:16	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	5h 29m	14:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	09:01	Hbf	4h 27m	13:28	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:25	Hbf	4h 21m	10:46	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 3 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	5h 29m	14:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 15m	13:16	Harburg	Fastest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 27m	13:28	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	8h 26m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 4 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:01	Hbf	4h 27m	13:28	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	09:01	Hbf	4h 15m	13:16	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	8h 26m	20:40	HAM Airport	No tags
	06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	7h 36m	23:50	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Hamburg on 5 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
06:11	Hbf	4h 21m	10:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Hamburg

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 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

4h 21mAverage duration

356 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price₪53 - ₪548	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price₪37 - ₪608	Average duration4h 21m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, 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

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi2.5

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi5.0

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Hamburg 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 Cologne to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Hamburg start from ₪37. The average price for this train route is around ₪183. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Hamburg is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 356 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, IC Bus, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Cologne to Hamburg departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 23:27.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne 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 Cologne to Hamburg?
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 Cologne 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 Cologne 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

27/04

₪329

28/04

₪247

Today

₪115

30/04

₪153

01/05

₪161

02/05

₪101

03/05

₪178

04/05

₪124

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Hamburg was searched and found on 02 May 2026 with a price of ₪101

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

You can expect to pay from ₪101 to ₪760 for a train ticket from Cologne to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪101, which is on 2026-05-02.

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.