Going from Calais to Hamburg by train

About to set off from Calais to Hamburg by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train tickets between Calais and Hamburg

The cheapest train tickets from Calais to Hamburg start at £78.87. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Calais to Hamburg is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Calais to Hamburg

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Calais to Hamburg:

  • 04:20 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:32 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:36 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:32 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 22 minutes from Calais toward Hamburg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 13 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Calais to Hamburg

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 8 hours and 2 minutes, spanning 624 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Calais to Hamburg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Calais to Hamburg by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Hamburg.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Calais to Hamburg by train?

The total distance between Calais and Hamburg by train is 624 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Calais to Hamburg by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is £78.87. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Calais to Hamburg by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 4 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Calais to Hamburg by train?

The fastest journey is 8 hours and 2 minutes.