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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€70
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€102
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
9 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 18
15
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zell am See to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zell am See to Hamburg will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
It's difficult to get from Zell am See to Hamburg without transferring at least 2 times.
IR 515 · ICE 116 · ICE 784
IR 513 · ICE 118 · ICE 786
IR 515+
ICE 116 · ICE 784
IR 515+
ICE 116 · ICE 784+
S S3
IR 610 · RJ 286 · ICE 588
IR 518+
RJ 88+
ICE 1284
IR 518 · RJ 88 · ICE 1284
IR 518+
RJ 88+
ICE 1284
IR 610+
RJ 286+
ICE 588
IR 610 · RJ 286 · ICE 588Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zell am See to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €145 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €145, while a flight costs an average of €417.
Distance: 448 miles (722 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€145 Average price Cheapest | €417 Average price | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zell am See to Hamburg:
A train is €272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zell am See to Hamburg costing on average €417.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 19m.
Tickets start at around €145 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-138.73. The journey takes 9h 19m versus 9h 11m 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 Zell am See to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:03 PM Zell am See | 13h35 | 6:38 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zell am See to Hamburg run on average 30 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 448 miles (722 km) distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 448 miles (722 km) |
Average train duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 8h 13m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
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Historic lakeside promenade and central square, ideal for people-watching, shopping, and views over the Inner Alster and city skyline.
Harborfront district with piers, ferries, and fish market atmosphere. A lively base for boat trips and classic views of the port.
Lakeside quarter around the Outer Alster, popular for strolling, sailing views, and elegant residential scenery close to the city center.
A rich fish soup from the old port, made with several fish species, vegetables and broth. It reflects Hamburg’s long maritime and fishing tradition.
Pan-fried fillet of North Sea plaice, often served with bacon, potatoes and salad. A classic Northern German fish dish common in Hamburg.
A sweet yeast pastry shaped like a knot, traditionally baked in Hamburg and often enjoyed with coffee. It is a long-standing local bakery specialty.
Two-Michelin-star dining with modern, highly refined tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting near the Inner Alster.
Historic fish hall on the Elbe known for fresh seafood platters, harbour views and classic Hamburg maritime atmosphere.
Beloved traditional inn serving robust Northern German classics such as Labskaus in a cozy, old-Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and transit are reasonable versus major Western European capitals.
Service is often included, but rounding up or tipping 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zell am See to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zell am See to Hamburg trains use the Zell am See to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Zell am See and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zell am See has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kupferkessel, Steinerwirt 1493
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zell am See. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zell am See. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zell am See: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zell am See: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zell am See: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tirolerhof, Grand Hotel Zell am See, Hotel Salzburgerhof.
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-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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