Trains from Hamburg to Berlin
| Avg. journey time | 2h 31m |
| Trains per day | 22 |
| Fare range | €12.00 - €108.00 |
| Distance | 256km |
| Train operators |
| First train departs at | 05:27 |
| Last train departs at | 22:54 |
| Fastest route | 1h 44m |
| Changes | Direct |
Hamburg to Berlin train times
Deutsche Bahn, ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity) and EC (Eurocity) trains from Hamburg to Berlin
Deutsche Bahn
ICE (Intercity Express)
IC (Intercity)
EC (Eurocity)
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several billion passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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The high-speed train of Deutsche Bahn, with a maximum speed of 330 km/h, the ICE connects major cities and is also used for international travel to neighbouring countries such as Austria, France and Denmark. This train is equipped with air conditioning, a dining car, a children's compartment and power sockets. Passengers enjoy a free WiFi connection throughout the duration of the ICE trip.
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An express train running on German domestic routes, the Intercity is a little slower than the ICE and is also used for long distance trips. The integrated circuit covers long distances with a maximum speed of 200 km/h. In recent years, trains of the new generation "Intercity 2" run on some lines at 160 km/h only – these trains, however, offer extra legroom and extra space for toddlers. They are also equipped with air conditioning, a food carriage and wheelchair parking spaces.
The European equivalent of the Intercity of Deutsche Bahn, this train is used on cross-border routes, for example on journeys from Germany to Denmark, Austria and the Czech Republic. It stops only in some major city stations – it's often a good alternative to air travel.
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Information included in this video is correct as of 10/12/16Hamburg to Berlin train prices
Train tickets from Hamburg to Berlin start at €12.40 if purchased from 3 to 6 months in advance. Prices for train journeys from Hamburg to Berlin start at €40.71 when you book at least 28 days in advance.** Tickets usually go on sale 3 months in advance, yet in some rare cases this can be up to 6 months. For more precise information on when you can book your tickets or whether there are any promotional sales, click here.
How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Berlin by train?
The average journey time between Hamburg and Berlin is 2 hours and 31 minutes and the fastest journey time is 1 hour and 44 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 25 trains per day travelling from Hamburg to Berlin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What time is the first and last train of the day from Hamburg to Berlin?
The first train from Hamburg to Berlin departs at 05:27. The last train from Hamburg to Berlin departs at 22:54. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Alternatively, some popular routes may run throughout the night at a reduced frequency. There may also be less services on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Are there direct train services between Hamburg and Berlin?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Hamburg to Berlin without having to change trains. There are 22 direct trains from Hamburg to Berlin. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.