How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from RUB 821. The average price for this train route is around RUB 3,800. 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 Berlin to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Berlin to Hamburg is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Berlin to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 57 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

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

The earliest train departs from Berlin to Hamburg at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:22pm.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Berlin to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Berlin to Hamburg from RUB 758 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15am	Spandau	2h 19m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:13am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 5m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr	Train	8:04am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 8m	11:12am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:12am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 6m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:18am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	2h 53m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:13am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 5m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr	Train	8:04am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 8m	11:12am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:13am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 5m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr	Train	8:04am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 8m	11:12am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 2m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 2m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on May 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 37m	10:34am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	8:15pm	Spandau	2h 18m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:06am	Hauptbahnhof	2h 28m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 2m	9:18am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	2:08pm	Hauptbahnhof	2h 26m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:30 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Hamburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 1,036, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

158 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 1,036 - RUB 9,962	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 821 - RUB 15,849	Average Duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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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

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

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, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from RUB 821. The average price for this train route is around RUB 3,800. 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 Berlin to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Berlin to Hamburg is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Berlin to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 57 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berlin to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Berlin to Hamburg at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Berlin to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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

05/14

RUB 2,365

05/15

RUB 6,220

Today

RUB 3,020

05/17

RUB 4,175

05/18

RUB 1,687

05/19

RUB 1,377

05/20

RUB 1,599

05/21

RUB 2,045

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of RUB 1,377

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 1,377 to RUB 15,902 for a train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 1,377 which is on 2026-05-19.

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.