How to travel from Hamburg to Zurich

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Travel Information to Zurich from Hamburg

distanceDistance433 miles (698 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, train or flight
priceTicket price range$48 - $150
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $48 (€42) • 13 h 35 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $150 (€130) • 1 h 20 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 433 miles (698 km) by bus, train or flight between Hamburg and Zurich. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Hamburg to Zurich.

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from Hamburg to Zurich

How to get from Hamburg to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation
train

The best way to travel from Hamburg to Zurich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Deutsche Bahn
10:24AM8h36
Hamburg Hbf
07:00PMZurich HB
$1301One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn
10:24AM8h36
Hamburg Hbf
07:00PMZurich HB
$1301One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
Eurowings
01:30PM1h25
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
02:55PMZurich Airport (ZRH)
$2601One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Deutsche Bahn
12:24PM8h36
Hamburg Hbf
09:00PMZurich HB
$1301One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn
09:24AM8h36
Hamburg Hbf
06:00PMZurich HB
$2051One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn
11:28AM8h32
Hamburg Hbf
08:00PMZurich HB
$2051One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings
06:05PM1h25
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
07:30PMZurich Airport (ZRH)
$2601One-way
0 transfers
Air France
11:55AM6h00
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
05:55PMZurich Airport (ZRH)
$2851One-way
1 transfer
Air France
06:05PM4h25
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
10:30PMZurich Airport (ZRH)
$2851One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Hamburg to Zürich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Hamburg to Zürich, 68,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Hamburg to Zürich and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Find the best route between Hamburg and Zurich with Omio's travel partners SWISS, Eurowings and ÖBB Nightjet! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

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. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

    FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

      Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline and offers Economy and Business ticket fares for your next travel between Hamburg and Zurich.

        FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Zurich

        FAQs: Travel to Zurich 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 Zurich.
        FAQs

        There are 3 ways to get from Hamburg to Zurich: bus, train or flight.

        The cheapest way to go to Zurich from Hamburg is by taking a bus, which costs on average $48 (€42).

        This is compared to other ways of getting from Hamburg to Zurich:

        A bus is $101 (€88) less than a flight for this trip with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Zurich costing on average $150 (€130).

        Taking a bus costs $34 (€30) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $83 (€72).

        The fastest way to get to Zurich from Hamburg is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 20 min.

        Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

        Bus takes 13 h 35 min on average.

        Train takes 7 h 36 min on average.

        Zurich is approximately 433 miles (698 km) away from Hamburg.

        The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Zurich is:

        • Around 3 buses per day.
        • 3 trains per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Hamburg to Zurich as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Hamburg to Zurich:

        • Most travelers board their bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
        • Most travelers who purchase a plane ticket from Hamburg to Zurich depart from Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport.
        • Most travelers who buy a train ticket from Hamburg to Zurich depart from Hamburg Hbf to Zürich Hbf.

        Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Hamburg to Zurich:

        • You can take a bus from Hamburg to Zurich with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar. Cheap tickets can be found for $48 (€42) with FlixBus from Hamburg to Zurich.
        • You can take a flight from Hamburg to Zurich with Eurowings, SWISS, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, LAER, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, airmax, SAS, avion express, Eurowings Europe, CityJet, Smartwings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2) or Air Serbia. Cheap tickets can be found for $126 (€109) with SAS from Hamburg to Zurich.
        • You can travel from Hamburg to Zurich by train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $83 (€72) with Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Zurich.

        Yes, there are direct routes from Hamburg to Zurich with the following travel companies:

        • You can find 2 direct buses per day to take to Zurich with FlixBus.
        • You can check for a direct train to Zurich with ÖBB Nightjet with 1 direct train per day.

        Direct services to Zurich tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

        Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna or Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.

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