Hamburg to Aarhus by train

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Overview: trains from Hamburg to Aarhus

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hamburg to Aarhus, 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 08:19 View journey
Last train 19:01 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4hr 20m View journey
Distance (km) 288
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey €30.77 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 35m
Train operators 7

Hamburg to Aarhus train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Aarhus take around 4 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 288 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around  08:19. The last departure is usually at around 19:01. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 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 €30.77.

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

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Aarhus?

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

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

The Hamburg to Aarhus train travel takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Aarhus train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Aarhus leaving Hamburg at around 08:19 and the last train leaving at around 19:01. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.