How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Salzburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Salzburg start from R 913. The average price for this train route is around R 2 158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Salzburg?

The average train journey time from Hamburg to Salzburg is 8h 1m, covering a distance of 674 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Salzburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Salzburg?

The earliest train from Hamburg to Salzburg departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 15:01.

Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Salzburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Salzburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Salzburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Salzburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Hamburg to Salzburg from R 2 906 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Salzburg on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	15h 56m	05:15	P+R Süd	Cheapest
	08:01	Hamburg Hbf	7h 58m	15:59	Salzburg Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:21	Hamburg Hbf	15h 29m	08:50	P+R Süd	No tags
	08:01	Hamburg Hbf	7h 58m	15:59	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	17h 49m	08:50	P+R Süd	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Salzburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 281, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

10hAverage duration

675 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 902 - R 2 591	Average duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 913 - R 3 236	Average duration8h 1m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 281 - R 1 281	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Salzburg?

Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 582 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Salzburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Salzburg start from R 913. The average price for this train route is around R 2 158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Salzburg is 8h 1m, covering a distance of 674 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Salzburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Salzburg departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 15:01.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.