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06/14/2025
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Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train

The journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train is 212.54 mi and takes 4 hr 7 min. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 8:34 AM and the last at 7:26 PM. It is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train for as little as $11.15 or as much as $67.73. The best price for this journey is $11.15.

Lowest Price $11.15
Journey Duration 4 hr 7 min
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price $11.15
Highest Price $67.73
First Departure 8:34 AM
Last Departure 7:26 PM
Distance 212.54 mi
Departure Düsseldorf
Arrival Hamburg
Carriers FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE)

Düsseldorf to Hamburg Train Times

Departure date
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $13.64 to $35.14 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 61% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

The cheapest Düsseldorf - Hamburg train tickets can be found for as low as $17.85 if you’re lucky, or $23.24 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $28.12.

Find the best day to travel to Hamburg by train

When travelling to Hamburg by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and FlixBus from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
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Düsseldorf to Hamburg CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
23.94kg
Bus
25.65kg
Flight
68.41kg
Car
54.73kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg are 23.94kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg? By taking the train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg you will save 44.47kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.71kg compared to a bus and 30.79kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
A train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is $33.48. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $11.15.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is $11.15. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Düsseldorf and Hamburg by train?
Düsseldorf to Hamburg is 212.54 mi.
How long does the train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg take?
Düsseldorf to Hamburg is on average 4 hr 7 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 29 min.
Which companies operate from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus and DB - Intercity.
How many train connections per day go from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
Düsseldorf to Hamburg has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg leave?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg departs at 8:34 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg depart?
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg departs at 7:26 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $11.15 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
There are on average 9 direct connection(s) from Düsseldorf to go to Hamburg.
What's the fastest journey time between Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg is 3 hr 29 min.
Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Hamburg.
What are the CO2 emissions for Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg creates 23.94kg of CO2 emissions.

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