The average train between Krefeld and Hamburg takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Krefeld to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Krefeld and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Krefeld is at 6:59 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 16m • 1 change
3h 50m • 1 change
4h 12m • 1 change
4h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Krefeld to Hamburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Krefeld to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Krefeld station and arriving at Hamburg station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Krefeld to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Duisburg Hbf station.
Krefeld to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
Book your Krefeld to Hamburg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Krefeld and Hamburg is 339 km. The road distance is 404 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €70–140 and the journey takes 3h 28m.