Zurich to Hamburg by train + bus
This route from Zurich to Hamburg is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 11h 14m in total, run by FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €73. The train is still the quickest.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busZurich → Munich
FlixBus - 2trainMunich → Göttingen
Deutsche Bahn - 3trainGöttingen → HamburgDeutsche Bahn
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €170 | 11h 14m | 2 transfers |
| bus | €73 | 16h 30m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Zurich to Hamburg by train: common questions
How long does Zurich to Hamburg take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 11h 14m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Zurich to Hamburg?
The best price in our latest check was €170. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Zurich to Hamburg?
FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €73. The train wins on journey time.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 4
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