Train Wien → Hamburg
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 15 min transfer.
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICE | Connection reliably caught | 89 % | 8,399,708 |
| IC | Connection almost always caught | 91 % | 1,049,731 |
Data last updated: 10/11/2026
By train from Wien to Hamburg
One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Wien to Hamburg is one of the notable rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 9h 46m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 744 kilometers and is served by about 3 trains every day. Despite the lower frequency, you will still find suitable connections for your trip.
Infrastructure:Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Wien to Hamburg saves you about 83 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 166 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
Alternative: flying
On this route a nonstop flight is also an option. The honest comparison counts door to door, not just time in the air:
- Train: 9 h 46 min (main station to main station)
- Flight: approx. 3 h 45 min door to door (1 h 30 min in the air plus 90 min to the airport and check-in, 45 min after landing)
- CO₂ footprint: the flight emits about 8x as much as the train (189.7 kg versus 23.8 kg per person).
Door to door, flying is about 6 h 1 min faster here, but emits several times the CO₂.
Compare flightsIndicative figures: flight time is based on typical nonstop flights VIE to HAM; actual times and prices vary by connection and booking date.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Wien to Hamburg?
The fastest connection from Wien to Hamburg takes 9h 46m. The average travel time is 11h 43m.
How many trains run daily from Wien to Hamburg?
About 3 trains run daily on the Wien - Hamburg route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Wien to Hamburg?
The direct connection covers 744 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Wien to Hamburg?
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
Which train is the most punctual on the Wien–Hamburg route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Wien–Hamburg.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 11/10/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
