The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Hamburg will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
To travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 563 · ICE 770
RB 12521 · S 2 · ICE 76
RE 4102 · ICE 578
RE 29511 · ICE 76
RE 4102 · ICE 690 · ICE 1084
ICE 563 · ICE 770
RB 12521 · S 2 · ICE 76
RE 4102 · ICE 690 · ICE 1084
RE 29511 · ICE 76
RE 4102 · ICE 578Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saarbrücken to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 526 km
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£116 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Saarbrücken to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 563 · ICE 770 | On time 07:27 Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h09 | 13:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 29511 · ICE 76 | On time 07:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h45 | 14:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 12521 · S 2 · ICE 76 | On time 08:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h34 | 14:36 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 4102 · ICE 578 | On time 08:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h49 | 15:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 4102 · ICE 690 · ICE 1084 | On time 08:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h41 | 15:28 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Hamburg
Trains from Saarbrücken to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 6h 8m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 8m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, TGV INOUI from Saarbrücken to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Hamburg from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
TGV INOUI
Süwex
FAQs: Saarbrücken to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saarbrücken and Hamburg
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
- GästeHaus Klaus Erfort
- Schubert
- McDonald's
- Hokkaido
- Hotel Restaurant Bruchwiese
- Westside
- Rolands Eck
- Barbarossa Bäckerei
- Eiscafe Favretti
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 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
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- 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
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- Café Bom Dia
- Oktober Harburg
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Asia Quick
- Burger King
- KFC
- Hesburger
- Empire Riverside Hotel
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Auto-Parkhotel
- East Hotel
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