How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Rotterdam start at $50. The average price for this train route is around $178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

The average train trip from Hamburg to Rotterdam takes 5h 56m and covers 415 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Rotterdam route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

The earliest train from Hamburg to Rotterdam departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 10:46pm.

What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Rotterdam?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Hamburg to Rotterdam from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Rotterdam on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50am	Hamburg Hbf	9h 50m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Harburg	9h 39m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Rotterdam on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:01am	Harburg	9h 9m	8:10pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	12:09pm	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	5:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:50am	Hamburg Hbf	9h 20m	8:10pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:45am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 55m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:45am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 55m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Rotterdam on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Harburg	9h 39m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50am	Hamburg Hbf	9h 50m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Rotterdam on December 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	10:45pm	Hamburg Hbf	11h 25m	10:10am	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50am	Hamburg Hbf	9h 50m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:09am	Hamburg Hbf	5h 31m	1:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Harburg	9h 39m	6:40pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Rotterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

414 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $235	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$50 - $390	Average Duration5h 56m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$50 - $82	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

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

Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.5

FlixBus

3.5/511,752 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Rotterdam by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Rotterdam start at $50. The average price for this train route is around $178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
The average train trip from Hamburg to Rotterdam takes 5h 56m and covers 415 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Rotterdam departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 10:46pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.