How to travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Saarbrücken to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a train costs an average of €62.

Distance: 326 miles (526 km)

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6h 39m

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from Saarbrücken to Hamburg

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

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9557 · ICE 1272 · ICE 1080
    8:59 PM9h43
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:42 AMHamburg Hbf
    181One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9557 · ICE 1272 · ICE 1080
    8:59 PM9h43
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:42 AMHamburg Hbf
    181One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9553 · ECE 4
    3:00 PM6h29
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    9:29 PMHamburg Hbf
    1221One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9557 · ICE 920
    8:59 PM9h55
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:54 AMHamburg Hbf
    181One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 9557 · ICE 920
    8:59 PM9h55
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:54 AMHamburg Hbf
    241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn12547 · S3 · ICE 698 · ICE 778
    10:02 PM10h28
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    8:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    281One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    6:40 AM12h15
    Saarbrücken
    6:55 PMHamburg Harburg
    301One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:20 PM10h30
    Saarbrücken
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:05 AM13h00
    Saarbrücken
    11:05 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg 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 Saarbrücken to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €46.

This is compared to other travel options from Saarbrücken to Hamburg:

A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Hamburg costing on average €114.

A bus is €155 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saarbrücken to Hamburg costing on average €201.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 59m.

Bus takes on average 11h 17m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is approximately 326 miles (526 km).
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Hamburg is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saarbrücken and Hamburg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saarbrücken to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Saarbrücken Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI, vlexx to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.
Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.
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