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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
110 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Salzwedel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Salzwedel will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Hamburg for Salzwedel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:571h53
Hamburg09:50Salzwedel
£361One-way
0 changes
07:571h53
Hamburg09:50Salzwedel
£361One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Hamburg to Salzwedel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Salzwedel trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:02
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:57 Hamburg | 1h53 | 09:50 Salzwedel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Salzwedel
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Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 23:56 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Hamburg to Salzwedel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Hamburg and Salzwedel from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£17
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Metronom frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hamburg to Salzwedel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Salzwedel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzwedel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully appreciate Salzwedel, a two-day visit is recommended, allowing time to explore its medieval old town, visit the St. Mary's Church, and enjoy the local cuisine.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Hamburg to Salzwedel is feasible. The journey takes 1h 9m, covers a distance of 110 km, and there are 7 train trips per day available for this route.
The train distance from Hamburg to Salzwedel is 110 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Salzwedel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £24.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg and Salzwedel. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train journey from Hamburg to Salzwedel covers a distance of 110 km and takes approximately 1h 9m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Salzwedel is by train, costing approximately £17.
The first train from Hamburg to Salzwedel leaves at 4:49.
The last train from Hamburg to Salzwedel departs at 23:56.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Salzwedel is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Salzwedel station.
Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
To travel from Hamburg to Salzwedel, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
The train journey from Hamburg to Salzwedel offers a pleasant and scenic experience, passing through picturesque landscapes of northern Germany, including lush fields, charming villages, and stretches of forested areas.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Salzwedel
Hamburg
Salzwedel
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your trip from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
The major train station for arrivals in Salzwedel is Salzwedel station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzwedel station for your journey to Salzwedel from Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Treff im Adler Horst
- City Döner
- Amadeus
- China-Haus
Hotel
- Hotel Katharinenhöfchen
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