Train from Aachen to Hamburg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Aachen to Hamburg on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Bahnhofpl
    HarburgNo tags
    FlixTrainTrain
      Bahnhofpl
      Hamburg HbfNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
      Aachen Central Train Station
      Hamburg HbfNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Train
      Aachen Central Train Station
      Hamburg HbfNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
      Aachen Central Train Station
      Hamburg HbfNo tags

      Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Hamburg

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      5hAverage Duration
      253 milesDistance
      17kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$36 - $124Average Duration12h 35m
      10kg CO₂e
      Average Price$34 - $270Average Duration5h 17m
      10kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average Price$29 - $57Average Duration5h
      17kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aachen 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.

      1. How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Hamburg?

        The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Hamburg start from $34. 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.

      2. How long is the train journey from Aachen to Hamburg?

        The average train ride duration from Aachen to Hamburg is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 254 miles (409 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators service the Aachen to Hamburg route?

        Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aachen to Hamburg?

        The earliest train departs from Aachen to Hamburg at 6:21am. And the latest train departs at 11:51pm.

      5. What is the best train operator from Aachen 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.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Hamburg?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

      7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Aachen to Hamburg?

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

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen 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.

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