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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ÖBB + ÖBB | Hauptbahnhof Süd | Hamburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Erdberg | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Wien Hauptbahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
ÖBB + ÖBB | Hauptbahnhof Süd | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Hamburg?
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Hamburg 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 Vienna to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Hamburg start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Vienna to Hamburg is 9h 42m, covering a distance of 462 miles (746 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Vienna to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vienna to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Vienna to Hamburg at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 7:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Hamburg?
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 most timely service from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vienna to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $338 for a train ticket from Vienna to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-16.
