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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £17
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £21
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 1 h 6 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 1 h 7 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 2
- 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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 2 trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
7:49 1h07 Hamburg 8:56 Salzwedel £17 1 One-way 0 changes19:50 1h06 Hamburg 20:56 Salzwedel £26 1 One-way 0 changes
19:50 1h06 Hamburg 20:56 Salzwedel £26 1 One-way 0 changes7:49 1h07 Hamburg 8:56 Salzwedel £17 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Salzwedel
GermanyGermany
Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 5m.
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 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Hamburg to Salzwedel trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Salzwedel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Hamburg to Salzwedel covers a distance of 110 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Salzwedel is 110 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Salzwedel leaves at 4:35.
The last train from Hamburg to Salzwedel departs at 23:56.
Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg and Salzwedel. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Live departures
Hamburg to Salzwedel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Salzwedel trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:49 Hamburg | 1h07 | 8:56 Salzwedel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Hamburg to Salzwedel trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Hamburg and Salzwedel from £9. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£9
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 metronom Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest metronom Price
£37
metronom frequency
3 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hamburg and Salzwedel
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
Complete guide to Salzwedel
Things to do in Salzwedel
Discover the best of Salzwedel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzwedel trip today.
Museum im Neuperver Tor
Exhibition space inside the city gate with displays on fortifications and urban history. The tower visit adds context and memorable views.
Kunsthaus Salzwedel
Municipal art venue showing temporary exhibitions by regional and contemporary artists. A compact cultural stop in the centre.
- Recommended
Marktplatz
Historic market square framed by brick and half-timbered buildings. It is the best place to experience the city’s architectural character.
- Recommended
Altstadt
Preserved old-town quarter with brick churches, gates and timber-framed houses. The area is the essential walking route for first-time visitors.
Breite Straße
Picturesque lane lined with old timber-framed houses and courtyards. Ideal for a short walk into the quieter side of the old town.
- Vegetarian
Salzwedeler Baumkuchen
Salzwedeler Baumkuchen is the town’s signature cake, baked in thin layers on a rotating spit. It is a long-standing local speciality strongly linked with Salzwedel.
- Gluten-free
Altmärkische Kartoffelsuppe
Potato soup is a common Altmark staple, usually hearty and filling, often made with root vegetables and traditionally enriched with sausage or bacon.
- Gluten-free
Grünkohl mit Bregenwurst
Kale with Bregenwurst is a classic winter dish in northern Germany. In the Altmark it is prized for its robust flavour and strong regional character.
Erste Salzwedeler Baumkuchenfabrik
Historic café and shop specialising in the town’s famous Baumkuchen. Ideal for coffee, cake and a classic Salzwedel food experience.
Hotel-Restaurant Siebeneichen
Traditional German restaurant in a historic setting, known for regional dishes and a cosy atmosphere in Salzwedel’s old town.
Brauhaus Salzwedel
Established brewery-style venue serving hearty German food and beer in a casual setting suited to local specialities and relaxed meals.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €15-28 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45+ per person where available.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Plan your visit to Salzwedel
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in 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.
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.
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, you can take the train from Hamburg to Salzwedel.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Salzwedel
Most Hamburg to Salzwedel trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Salzwedel station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Salzwedel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hamburg
Arrival train stations in Salzwedel
Which Hamburg station do trains to Salzwedel leave from?
Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel leave from Hamburg Hbf. The station is 3 km from Hamburg city centre at Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany.
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · £2 · every ~33 min
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport (Flughafen), Flughafenstraße 1, 22335 Hamburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £1
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £7 · every ~5 min
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-HarburgHamburg-Harburg, Hannoversche Str. 85, 21079 Hamburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS3, S5 · 10m · £3 · every ~25 min
S3, S5 · 18m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus641 · 24m · £3
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Salzwedel station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Trains from Hamburg to Salzwedel arrive at Salzwedel station. Salzwedel station is 1 km from Salzwedel city centre.
Salzwedel stationSalzwedel, Bahnhofstr. 7, 29410 Salzwedel
Salzwedel station train station facilities and services
Salzwedel station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Treff im Adler Horst, City Döner, Amadeus, China-Haus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salzwedel station. ATMs are available at Salzwedel station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzwedel station. Information desks are available at Salzwedel station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzwedel station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzwedel station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzwedel station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzwedel station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Katharinenhöfchen.
Train stations for Hamburg to Salzwedel
Check train stations information for Hamburg and Salzwedel, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Salzwedel is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Salzwedel station.
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