- Must visit
Max Hünten Haus
Photo exhibition venue run during the environmental photography festival. A strong choice for contemporary visual culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€32
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€52
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Zingst is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Zingst will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Hamburg to Zingst, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Zingst among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €50, while a bus costs an average of €52.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Zingst:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Zingst costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Zingst take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 9m.
Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-12.67. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 58m 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 Hamburg to Zingst trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:52 AM Hamburg | 7h03 | 2:55 PM Zingst | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Zingst run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Zingst — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zingst trip today.
Photo exhibition venue run during the environmental photography festival. A strong choice for contemporary visual culture.
Main local museum on Zingst history and regional culture. Worth visiting to understand fishing, seafaring, and village life.
Museum and exhibition center in a historic farmhouse setting. Good for local heritage displays and cultural events.
Broad sandy Baltic beach with dunes and long walking space. The town's signature outdoor area for swimming, sunsets, and sea air.
Eastern peninsula area known for wild beach landscapes and birdlife. A favorite for cycling, walking, and dramatic coastal views.
Main promenade linking beach highlights, shops, and viewpoints. Ideal for an easy scenic walk at any time of day.
Fried Baltic herring, often served with onions and potatoes. A classic coastal staple on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade. Traditional across northern Germany and especially popular in Baltic fishing areas.
Smoked eel from regional waters, prized for its rich flavor. A longstanding specialty of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's coastal smokehouses.
Popular casual seafood restaurant known for fresh fish dishes and a relaxed Baltic resort atmosphere near the center of Zingst.
Established fish-focused restaurant serving regional specialties in a traditional maritime setting. A dependable choice for local coastal cuisine.
Well-known restaurant with refined regional cooking, including fish and seasonal dishes, in an upscale but relaxed holiday-town atmosphere.
Moderate for a German Baltic resort: summer lodging is pricier, dining is mid-range, and local transit costs are manageable versus major German beach destinations.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafés for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Zingst 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 Zingst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Zingst trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Barth station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Zingst train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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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