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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Zittau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Zittau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $249 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 55m Average total duration 21h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Zittau:
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Zittau costing on average $118 (€97).
A bus is $188 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Zittau costing on average $249 (€204).
Other travel options to Zittau take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 41m.
Flight takes on average 21h 55m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (6h 7m by train vs 6h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $118 (€97) compared to roughly $96 (€79) 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Zittau
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Trains from Hamburg to Zittau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Zittau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Zittau from $49 (€40). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Zittau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Zittau 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 Zittau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Zittau
Most Hamburg to Zittau trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Zittau station pair, with some services arriving at Hirschfelde. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Zittau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Zittau 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.
Getting to Hamburg-Bergedorf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Which Zittau station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Zittau from Zittau city centre
Zittau train station facilities and services
Zittau 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: Brasserie Triangle, Zum Alten Sack, Asia Bistro, Kerwan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Zittau. ATMs are available at Zittau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zittau. Information desks are available at Zittau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zittau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zittau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zittau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zittau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel - Dreiländereck, Hotel Sonne.
Getting to Hirschfelde from Zittau city centre
Hirschfelde is 7 km from Zittau city centre. Public transport options include:
Hirschfelde train station facilities and services
Hirschfelde 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: Sportcasino, Imbiss Fleischerei Richter
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hirschfelde. ATMs are available at Hirschfelde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hirschfelde. Information desks are available at Hirschfelde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hirschfelde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hirschfelde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hirschfelde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hirschfelde.
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