How much does a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Hamburg is $73. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Dortmund to Hamburg?

A train trip between Dortmund and Hamburg is around 3h 8m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Dortmund and Hamburg?

The number of trains from Dortmund to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Dortmund to Hamburg?

When taking the train from Dortmund to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

Train Dortmund to Hamburg from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Hamburg on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:31pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 44m	11:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	7:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 49m	10:14am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:31pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 15m	9:51am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	12:35pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 16m	3:51pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Hamburg on November 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 49m	10:14am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 49m	9:14am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:31pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	12:26pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	6h 41m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:25am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 49m	9:14am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:03 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

285 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $175	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $267	Average Duration3h 8m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $65	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, 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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,418 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Hamburg by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Hamburg is $73. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Dortmund to Hamburg?
A train trip between Dortmund and Hamburg is around 3h 8m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 285 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Dortmund and Hamburg?
The number of trains from Dortmund to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Dortmund to Hamburg?
When taking the train from Dortmund to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-22

$42

11-23

$30

Today

$52

11-25

$31

11-26

No data

11-27

$35

11-28

$62

11-29

$40

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $210 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-25.