1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£63
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
14 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
17 h 36 m
Trains on 05 Sept
5
Distance
963 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Hamburg will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Zagreb to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.
318 · ICE 118 · ICE 1284
318 · ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 782
R 434 · 38 · ICE 210 · S3
R 432 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 1080
318 · ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786
318 · ICE 118 · ICE 1284
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 782
R 432 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 1080
R 434 · 38 · ICE 210 · S3Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £67, while a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 963 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 42m Average total duration 16h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 53m Average total duration 20h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Hamburg:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zagreb to Hamburg costing on average £74.
A train is £103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Hamburg costing on average £170.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 12m.
Coach takes on average 20h 23m.
Tickets start at around £67 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 16h 12m versus 13h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Hamburg trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 432 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 1080 | On time 10:34 Zagreb Main Station | 20h23 | 6:57 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 434 · 38 · ICE 210 · S3 | On time 20:38 Zagreb Main Station | 21h19 | 17:57 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
318 · ICE 118 · ICE 1284 | On time 5:11 Zagreb Main Station | 15h28 | 20:39 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
318 · ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786 | On time 5:11 Zagreb Main Station | 14h46 | 19:57 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 782 | On time 8:16 Zagreb Main Station | 15h41 | 23:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zagreb to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 963 km distance in 15h 28m.
Distance 963 km |
Average train duration 16h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 15h 28m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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.

Most Zagreb to Hamburg trains use the Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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 options include: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
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