Travelling from Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz by train

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

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz take around 2 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 262 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around 00:33. The last departure is usually at around 23:42. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 42 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 22 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £70.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Berlin Ostkreuz, 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 Berlin Ostkreuz.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz?

The journey between Hamburg and Berlin Ostkreuz usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz?

The Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz train travel takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Berlin Ostkreuz train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Berlin Ostkreuz leaving Hamburg at around 00:33 and the last train leaving at around 23:42. This is the same at the weekend.