Train Berlin → Hamburg
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 10 min transfer.
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICE | Connection is risky, consider alternatives | 0 % | 2,377,611 |
Data last updated: 07/16/2026
First and last train Berlin to Hamburg
Daily schedule: first train at 05:09, last train at 22:09.
Source: HAFAS weekly schedule (DB Vendo / OEBB), updated 2026-07-13.
By train from Berlin to Hamburg
One of the most important inter-metro connections: The train connection from Berlin to Hamburg is one of the most important long-distance routes rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 1h 47m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 253 kilometers and is served by about 35 trains every day. With this frequency you will find a suitable connection at practically every hour.
Infrastructure:ABS Berlin–Hamburg, Ausbau abgeschlossen · The upgraded line has been modernized to enable higher speeds for an efficient journey.
Route highlights
- Schnellfahrstrecke
- ICE Sprinter verfügbar
- Metropolen-Express
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Berlin to Hamburg saves you about 47 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Hamburg?
The fastest connection from Berlin to Hamburg takes 1h 47m. The average travel time is 1h 58m.
How many trains run daily from Berlin to Hamburg?
About 35 trains run daily on the Berlin - Hamburg route. Train types include ICE.
What is the route from Berlin to Hamburg?
The direct connection covers 253 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Berlin to Hamburg?
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
Which train is the most punctual on the Berlin–Hamburg route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Berlin–Hamburg.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated:16/07/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
