Hamburg to Parma train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Parma take around 12 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 975 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around  00:33. The last departure is usually at around 22:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 00:33, with the last train leaving at around 22:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 29 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$169.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Parma, 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 Parma.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Parma?

The journey between Hamburg and Parma usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Hamburg to Parma train travel takes about 12 hours and 40 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Parma train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Parma leaving Hamburg at around 00:33 and the last train leaving at around 22:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 00:33, with the final departure at 22:55.