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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | P+R Süd | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hamburg Hbf | Salzburg Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | P+R Süd | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Hbf | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | P+R Süd | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Salzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Salzburg?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
- D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Salzburg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Salzburg start at $75. The average price for this train route is around $177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The average train trip from Hamburg to Salzburg takes 8h 1m and covers 674 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Salzburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Salzburg?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Salzburg departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 3:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Salzburg was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $238To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Salzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $238 to $383 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $238 which is on 2025-12-19.
