Lüneburg to Hamburg by train

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Overview: trains from Lüneburg to Hamburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lüneburg to Hamburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:00 View journey
Last train 23:39 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 16m View journey
Distance (km) 46
Trains / day 77 View all
Cheapest journey AU$30.66 View journey
Avg journey time 31m
Train operators 9

Lüneburg to Hamburg train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lüneburg to Hamburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lüneburg to Hamburg take around 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 46 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lüneburg is scheduled to depart at around  00:14. The last departure is usually at around 23:39 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lüneburg at around 00:00, with the last train leaving at around 23:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 77 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$30.66.

We think any time is a great time to visit Hamburg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Hamburg.

Is there a direct train from Lüneburg to Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train from Lüneburg to Hamburg.

How long does it take to travel from Lüneburg to Hamburg?

The Lüneburg to Hamburg train travel takes about 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lüneburg to Hamburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hamburg leaving Lüneburg at around 00:14 and the last train leaving at around 23:39 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lüneburg at around 00:00, with the final departure at 23:39.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.