Viersen to Hamburg by train

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Overview: trains from Viersen to Hamburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Viersen 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 00:13 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 35m View journey
Distance (km) 353
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey €39.71 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 24m
Train operators 26

From Viersen to Hamburg by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Viersen to Hamburg by train. With 32 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Viersen to Hamburg

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Viersen to Hamburg:

  • Cheapest ticket: €39.71

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance: €45

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance: €69

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train timetable for travel between Viersen and Hamburg

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Viersen to Hamburg by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 00:13

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:45

  • First daily departure (weekend): 00:45

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 22:45

  • Average number of daily trains: 32 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 24 minutes

Travel time and distance between Viersen and Hamburg

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a total of 353 kilometres.

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

You can secure tickets for travel between Viersen and Hamburg up to 8 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Viersen to Hamburg

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Hamburg city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Viersen to Hamburg

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

The total distance between Viersen and Hamburg is 353 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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