Paris to Hamburg by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Hamburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Hamburg, 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 06:06 View journey
Last train 22:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 7hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 746
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey €42.08 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 45m
Train operators 19

Discover Paris to Hamburg by train

Planning a train adventure from Paris to Hamburg? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Paris and Hamburg

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 €42.08, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of €95, and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to €127.

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.

Departure frequency and timetable from Paris to Hamburg

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

  • 06:06 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:55 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:24 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:05 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 1 minute from Paris toward Hamburg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 38 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Paris to Hamburg

Trains can complete this route in as little as 7 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance travelled is 746 kilometres.

When are tickets between Paris and Hamburg available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Paris and Hamburg can be purchased 10 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Paris to Hamburg travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Hamburg.

FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Hamburg

Want to know more about your journey from Paris to Hamburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Paris to Hamburg is 746 kilometres.

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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.