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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Hamburg Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$170

Average price

$170

Fastest journey

8 h 20 m

Average duration

10 h 42 m

Trains per day

Distance

704 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich to Hamburg Airport will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Zurich to Hamburg Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

10:59AM9h10

Zurich

08:09PMHamburg Airport (flughafen)

$1701One-way

2 transfers

01:59PM8h20

Zurich

10:19PMHamburg Airport (flughafen)

$1701One-way

2 transfers

02:34PM14h35

Zurich

05:09AMHamburg Airport (flughafen)

$1701One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Hamburg Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €90.

Distance: 437 miles (704 km)

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€110 Average price	€160 Average price	€57 Average price Cheapest
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Hamburg Airport

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Trains from Zurich to Hamburg Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) 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 $47 (€38)

Distance

437 miles (704 km)

Average train duration

9h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

$59 (€48)

Trains per day

Fastest train

8h 10m

First train

05:59

Last train

11:59

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $47 (€38)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) trains

Find the best trains between Zurich and Hamburg Airport (HAM) with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet from $42 (€34). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 8 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $42
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) train information with ÖBB Nightjet:

Average Duration: 11 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: $284
ÖBB Nightjet frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Hamburg Airport

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Hamburg Airport 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 Zurich to Hamburg Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) can start from as little as $67 (€54) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is $134 (€108); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Hamburg Airport (HAM) from Zurich is on average 9 h 10 min for the 436 mile (704 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Zurich and Hamburg Airport (HAM) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) leaves at 6: 34 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) leaves at 7: 34 PM.

There are 13 trains a day from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) which require at least one change with TGV INOUI or Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Take the fast train with TGV INOUI from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM).

For the best Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with TGV INOUI or Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Hamburg Airport (HAM) from Zurich to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 34 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Zurich to Hamburg Airport (HAM) including taking a train, bus or flight.