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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt
Cheapest price on Sep 23
CHF103
Average ticket price on Sep 23
CHF103
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 23
1
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt will cost around CHF103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF103.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 1 trains from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:13 AM2h56Hamburg12:09 PMSchwalmstadtCHF1031One-way0 transfers
- 9:13 AM2h56Hamburg12:09 PMSchwalmstadtCHF1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Hamburg to Schwalmstadt
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF45, while a flight costs an average of CHF178.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF64 Average price | CHF178 Average price | CHF45 Average price Cheapest | CHF16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt:
A bus is CHF19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt costing on average CHF64.
A bus is CHF133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt costing on average CHF178.
Other travel options to Schwalmstadt take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Bus takes on average 11h 3m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around CHF64 compared to roughly CHF16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hamburg to Schwalmstadt train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Schwalmstadt trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:13 AM Hamburg | 2h56 | 12:09 PM Schwalmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt
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Trains from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF26 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF26 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Schwalmstadt from CHF26. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt 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 Schwalmstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Schwalmstadt
Most Hamburg to Schwalmstadt trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Treysa station pair, with some services arriving at Schwalmstadt-Wiera. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Schwalmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Schwalmstadt leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Schwalmstadt station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Treysa from Schwalmstadt city centre
Treysa is 3 km from Schwalmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Treysa train station facilities and services
Treysa 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 and drink
Food options include: Nuovo Portofino, Aphrodite, Restauraunt Saigon, O sole mio
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Treysa. ATMs are available at Treysa.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Treysa. Information desks are available at Treysa.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Treysa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Treysa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Treysa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Treysa.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Altstadthotel Treysa.
Getting to Schwalmstadt-Wiera from Schwalmstadt city centre
Schwalmstadt-Wiera is 8 km from Schwalmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Schwalmstadt-Wiera train station facilities and services
Schwalmstadt-Wiera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gasthof Knapp
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera. ATMs are available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera. Information desks are available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwalmstadt-Wiera.
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