How much is the train ticket from Saarbrücken to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Saarbrücken to Hamburg start from R 392. The average price for this train route is around R 1 680. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Saarbrücken to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is 6h 42m, covering a distance of 523 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Saarbrücken to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Saarbrücken to Hamburg departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 21:51.

Train Saarbrücken to Hamburg from R 1 851 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Saarbrücken to Hamburg on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	07:00	Saarbrücken	13h 34m	20:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	15:00	Saarbrücken Hbf	6h 29m	21:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:50	Saarbrücken	10h 17m	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	06:28	Saarbrücken Hbf	7h 1m	13:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Saarbrücken Hbf	7h 2m	15:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 739, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 30mAverage duration

523 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 606 - R 2 383	Average duration16h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 392 - R 5 474	Average duration6h 42m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 739 - R 1 248	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 392

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saarbrücken to Hamburg 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 Saarbrücken to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Saarbrücken to Hamburg start from R 392. The average price for this train route is around R 1 680. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Saarbrücken to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is 6h 42m, covering a distance of 523 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Saarbrücken to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Saarbrücken to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Saarbrücken to Hamburg departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 21:51.

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R 2 497

The cheapest trip from Saarbrücken to Hamburg was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 413

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Saarbrücken to Hamburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 413 to R 4 848 for a train ticket from Saarbrücken to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 497, which is on 2025-12-19.