Hamburg to Zwickau train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Zwickau

Showing times and prices for Jun 24

Cheapest price

$32

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

5 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h 38 m

Trains per day

Distance

359 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Zwickau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Zwickau will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg for Zwickau on Tue, Jun 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .

On Tue, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.

07:01AM5h55

Hamburg

12:56PMZwickau

$321One-way

0 transfers

08:36AM5h20

Hamburg

01:56PMZwickau

$571One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Zwickau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Zwickau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€82 Average price	€35 Average price Cheapest
5h 48m Average duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 34m Average duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Zwickau

Germany

Trains from Hamburg to Zwickau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $26 (€21)

Distance

222 miles (358 km)

Average train duration

5h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€29)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 8m

First train

07:35

Last train

16:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $26 (€21)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Zwickau trains

For as little as $43 (€35) you can travel by train to Zwickau from Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Hamburg to Zwickau train.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Zwickau train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 8 min
Cheapest Price: $43
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Zwickau

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Zwickau easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Zwickau.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Zwickau can start from as little as $34 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Zwickau is $95 (€78); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Hamburg to Zwickau train time is 5 h 55 min covering the 222 mile (358 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Zwickau leaves at 12: 33 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Zwickau leaves at 10: 39 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Hamburg to Zwickau which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Hamburg to Zwickau train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Hamburg to Zwickau as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 39 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Hamburg to Zwickau by train is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg and Zwickau including taking a train or bus.