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Cologne to Hamburg train ticket prices

Deutsche Bahn (DB) provides the most cost-effective train tickets for your route from Cologne to Hamburg, with the lowest fare being £29.21 and the average price at £84.99. You can select from Sparpreis (Saver), Super Sparpreis (Super Saver), and Flexpreis (Flexible) tickets. Enjoy the convenience of high-speed ICE trains linking more than 300 stations across Germany or frequent regional trains that connect various towns and cities. To get the best bargains on long-distance trips, make sure to book in advance.

Cologne to Hamburg train times

The journey from Cologne to Hamburg on the fastest train takes 3h 36m, with an average travel time of 4h 4m. 13 trains run every day. With the first at 03:58 and the last at 10:45. Stay updated on DB train schedules and pricing with real-time updates on delays and cancellations for a trouble-free travel experience.

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05:08

Cologne Central Station

09:14

Hamburg Central Station
On time4h 6mDeutsche Bahn
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06:15

Cologne Central Station

09:51

Hamburg Central Station
On time3h 36mDeutsche Bahn
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06:59

Cologne Central Station

10:55

Hamburg-Harburg
On time3h 56mFlixTrain
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06:59

Cologne Central Station

11:08

Hamburg Central Station
On time4h 9mDeutsche Bahn
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07:10

Cologne Central Station

11:14

Hamburg Central Station
On time4h 4mDeutsche Bahn
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Cologne to Hamburg train journey information

Discover DB train schedules from Cologne to Hamburg, featuring first and last departure times, stop, distance, journey time, train companies, and price options. Check train times and prices for a seamless journey.

First train
03:58
Last train
10:45
Departure station
Cologne
Arrival station
Hamburg
Distance
221 miles (355km)
Journey time
From 3h 36m
Price
From £29.21
Train operators
FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn

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Super Saver from £15.99

Super Saver from £15.99

Super Saver fares start at £15.99 for second class and £21.32 for first class.
Book early for ICE trains

Book early for ICE trains

Book German long-distance train tickets (IC, ICE, EC) early for lower prices, as they increase closer to the departure date.
Regional Day Ticket

Regional Day Ticket

Regional Day Ticket (Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket) starts at £40.88, offering unlimited rides on regional trains for one day.
IC and ICE overnight trains

IC and ICE overnight trains

Journey to Germany and neighbouring countries on IC and ICE overnight trains with super saver fares starting at £15.99 and saver fares from £19.54.
Group travel for 6+ people

Group travel for 6+ people

Groups of six+ get super saver fares in Germany from £7.91, and in Europe from £12.35 per person.
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