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Trains Berlin to Hamburg

How long is the train from Berlin to Hamburg, and where can you buy tickets? Compare options and alternatives below.

Travel time
Trains≈ 3 h 33 min
Distance
km255 km
Time difference
Germany · GermanySame time zone

Search: Berlin → Hamburg Return route: Hamburg → Berlin

Flight, train or bus: compare

TransportTravel timeCO₂ (per person)Price
FlightsFastest≈ 3 h 29 min≈ 43 kgSee prices ›
Trains≈ 3 h 53 min≈ 11 kgSee prices ›
BusesLowest CO₂≈ 5 h 14 min≈ 9 kgSee prices ›

Times and CO₂ are estimates based on distance and average values for each mode.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take Berlin to Hamburg?

Trains: about 3 h 33 min. The straight-line distance is 255 km.

How much is a ticket Berlin to Hamburg?

Fares depend on the date, season and how early you book. Use the search above to compare current prices.

Is there a time difference between Berlin and Hamburg?

Same time zone

What other ways are there to travel Berlin to Hamburg?

Options on this route: trains, flights, buses.