Explore Hamburg to Stockholm by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Hamburg to Stockholm aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Hamburg and Stockholm

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €59.55, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of €67, and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to €104.

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Hamburg and Stockholm

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 27 trains make this journey of 811 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Hamburg is at 00:43 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:56.

During the weekend, 00:39 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:56 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Hamburg to Stockholm

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 10 hours and 30 minutes, spanning 811 kilometres in total.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Hamburg and Stockholm?

You can secure tickets for travel between Hamburg and Stockholm up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making your Hamburg to Stockholm travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Stockholm.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Hamburg to Stockholm by train?

The train route from Hamburg to Stockholm covers 811 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at €59.55. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically €67. Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost €104.

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Hamburg to Stockholm?

Tickets for this journey become available 6 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest journey is 10 hours and 30 minutes.