The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
8 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
673 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
To travel from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1008 · ICE 508+
790209:059h06Salzburg Hbf18:11Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way2 changes
ICE 1600 · ICE 1906+
790168:059h07Salzburg Hbf17:12Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way2 changes
ICE 788+
790209:059h31Salzburg Hbf18:36Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way1 change
RJX 260 · ICE 6809:008h37Salzburg Hbf17:37Hamburg Hbf£1271One-way1 change
EC 212 · ICE 8808:008h36Salzburg Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£1271One-way1 change
EC 212 · ICE 8808:008h36Salzburg Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£1271One-way1 change
RJX 260 · ICE 6809:008h37Salzburg Hbf17:37Hamburg Hbf£1271One-way1 change
ICE 1008 · ICE 508+
790209:059h06Salzburg Hbf18:11Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way2 changes
ICE 1600 · ICE 1906+
790168:059h07Salzburg Hbf17:12Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way2 changes
ICE 788+
790209:059h31Salzburg Hbf18:36Hamburg Hbf£1031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 673 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£107 Average Price | £177 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 41m Average total duration 17h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 64 · ICE 582 · 4440+ 81958 | Delayed 15:01 17:00Salzburg Hbf | 12h57 | 5:57 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
79038+ ICE 510 · ICE 920 | 17:05 Salzburg Hbf | 14h03 | 7:08 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
27986+ 79038+ ICE 510 · ICE 920 | 17:08 Salzburg Hbf | 14h00 | 7:08 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 13h04 | 7:11 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 520 · 4636 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 13h01 | 7:08 Hamburg Hbf | 6 changes | |
27988+ 79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | 18:10 Salzburg Hbf | 13h01 | 7:11 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
27988+ 79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 520 | 18:10 Salzburg Hbf | 12h58 | 7:08 Hamburg Hbf | 7 changes | |
RJX 68 · ICE 1080 | 21:00 Salzburg Hbf | 10h15 | 7:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
79048+ ICE 888 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 11h41 | 10:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Monday 1 June | |||||
EC 212 · ICE 880 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 8h36 | 16:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1600 · ICE 1906+ 79016 | Delayed 8:22 8:05Salzburg Hbf | 9h07 | 17:12 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 260 · ICE 680 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 8h37 | 17:37 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1008 · ICE 508+ 79020 | Delayed 9:18 9:05Salzburg Hbf | 9h06 | 18:11 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 788+ 79020 | Delayed 10:06 9:05Salzburg Hbf | 9h31 | 18:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:47, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 673 km distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 673 km |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 7h 49m |
First train 2:47 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Snälltåget from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Snälltåget trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Hamburg Hbf 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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
Snälltåget
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 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.
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