Night train Hamburg Zurich - ÖBB Nightjet NJ401: Timetable & Tickets
Night train Hamburg Zurich: The popular ÖBB Nightjet NJ401 connects Hamburg directly with Zurich - conveniently overnight in just 12 hours. The favourable Ticket prices start from 29,90 €. En route, the night train stops in important cities such as Hanover, Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Freiburg and Basel. The Night train Hamburg Zurichoffers seats, comfortable couchette cars and private sleeping cars - ideal for single travellers, couples and families. Children up to the age of 5 travel free of charge, and discounted tickets are available for children aged 6 to 14. Families or groups can enjoy a private compartment in a sitting or couchette carriage on request. With the ÖBB Nightjet, you save yourself an overnight stay in a hotel and arrive in Switzerland well-rested.
Timetable Hamburg-Zurich
| NJ401 | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburg Central Station | 20:50 | |
| Lüneburg | 21:53 | |
| Hanover main station | 23:26 | |
| Göttingen | 01:26 | |
| Frankfurt Main (South) | 03:59 | |
| Mannheim Central Station | 04:40 | |
| Karlsruhe main station | 05:07 | |
| Baden-Baden | 05:25 | |
| Offenburg | 05:46 | |
| Freiburg (Breisgau) main station | 06:18 | |
| Basel Bad Station | 06:57 | |
| Basel SBB | 07:20 | |
| Brugg AG | 08:32 | |
| Baden (CH) | 08:41 | |
| Zurich HB | 09:05 | |
| Status: April 2025 |
Information on the Night Train Zurich to Hamburg.
Categories
The following categories are available on Nightjet NJ401.
- Seat 2nd class
- Berth in a 6-berth compartment
- Berth in a 4-bed compartment
- Sleeping car berth in 3-bed compartment
- Sleeping car berth in 3-bed compartment with private shower/WC
- Sleeping car berth in 2-bed compartment
- Sleeping car berth in 2-bed compartment with private shower/WC
- Sleeping car berth in 1-bed compartment
- Sleeping car berth in 1-bed compartment with private shower/WC
Travel time
Ticket prices Hamburg-Zurich
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Seat 2nd class | from EUR 29.90 |
| Berth in a 6-berth compartment | from EUR 49.90 |
| Berth in a 4-bed compartment | from EUR 59.90 |
| Sleeping car berth in 3-bed compartment | from EUR 89.90 |
| Sleeping car berth in 2-bed compartment | from EUR 109.90 |
| Sleeping car berth in 1-bed compartment | from EUR 159,90 |
The ticket price depends on your Travel date and Purchase date. The sooner you book, the higher the likelihood of a Economy rail/savings fare ticket to receive. If you choose Departure day Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday are fewer travellers on the train, which also results in a cheaper ticket price leads.
Where to buy a ticket?
You can buy your ticket either at NS International, the ÖBB or the German Railways Buy
Children
Up to 5 years: Children up to 5 years old travel free of charge if they share the pitch with an adult. If they need their own place to sleep, they can travel with the Favourable ticket "Child travel.
Ideally it is a Own compartment on the train to book. For more information, see "Private compartment".
Private compartment and families
Would you like to go out with your family or friends alone in a compartment travel, without other travellersyou can book your own compartment. This is possible in the seating car, couchette and sleeping car.
Own compartment in the seat carriage from 99 euros
You can have your own seat compartment for Maximum 3 persons for an all-inclusive price starting at 99 euros. These three people can be adults or at least one adult with a maximum of two children up to 14 years.
With three travellers, you can pull out the facing seats a bit, put your legs up and quite comfortable and really very good value travel overnight!
Own compartment in couchette car from 199 euros
Your own couchette compartment is Ideal for families or a Group of friends. You can book a private compartment for a maximum of 6 people from 199 euros. Of which maximum 3 persons adult be, or maximum 5 children up to 14 years old. So it works wonderfully: two parents with one to four children.
Your own compartment in the sleeper car from 159 euros
You also have the option between Standard and Deluxe (including private shower and toilet in the compartment).
Buy a ticket from Hamburg to Zurich
Deutsche Bahn - All connections at a glance
The railway offers one of the clearest booking sites Europe. Here you can also quickly find night train connections, compare prices and select seat options - all centrally and securely.
Daytime train connection from Hamburg to Zurich
You can also travel the route from Hamburg to Zurich during the day. The Journey time is 07:36 hours. You can buy train tickets from EUR 39 Buy
| Train | Arrival | Departure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburg Altona | ICE75 | 10:04 | |
| Hamburg Central Station | 10:24 | ||
| Hanover main station | 11:38 | 11:41 | |
| Göttingen | 12:15 | 12:16 | |
| Kassel Wilhelmshöhe | 12:35 | 12:37 | |
| Frankfurt am Main Main Station | 14:00 | 14:06 | |
| Mannheim Central Station | 14:44 | 14:46 | |
| Karlsruhe main station | 15:09 | 15:11 | |
| Baden-Baden | 15:27 | 15:29 | |
| Freiburg (Breisgau) main station | 16:11 | 16:13 | |
| Basel Bad Station | 16:46 | 16:48 | |
| Basel SBB | 16:55 | 17:06 | |
| Zurich HB | 18:00 | ||
| Status: April 2025 |
Is there a direct night train from Hamburg to Zurich?
Yes, the ÖBB Nightjet NJ401 travels directly from Hamburg to Zurich - without changing trains. On the way, it stops in Hanover, Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Freiburg and Basel.
How long is the journey by night train from Hamburg to Zurich?
The journey time is approx. 12 hoursdepending on the day of the week and possible construction work. The Nightjet departs Hamburg in the evening and arrives rested in Zurich in the morning.
How much does a ticket for the night train Hamburg Zurich cost?
The Ticket prices start from 29,90 € in the seating carriage. You can get a couchette compartment from around €49.90, a comfortable sleeper carriage is available from around €69.90 - the earlier you book, the cheaper.
Are there private compartments in the Nightjet?
Yes, you can book a seat or couchette carriage. Private compartment book - ideal for families, couples or small groups. So you can travel undisturbed and safely.
Are children free on the night train?
Children up to 5 years travel free of charge on the Nightjet if they do not require their own seat. There are heavily discounted tickets for children aged 6 to 14.
Can I save a night in a hotel?
Yes, the night train from Hamburg to Zurich runs overnight - so you save yourself an overnight stay in a hotel and arrive in Switzerland refreshed in the morning.
Groups
Groups of 6 or more get a discount on the standard price for a seat. These can be requested from ÖBB Customer Service on the following telephone number (in Austria): +43 5 1717
Dog and animals
You can take your dog or pet with you. However, you have to book a whole compartment, just for you or shared with friends/family members. Your dog will travel with 29 euros calculated. Simply add it under "who is travelling" on the ÖBB booking page.
Bicycle
You can simply add the ticket for your bike on the ÖBB booking page ("wer fährt"). The bicycle in a bicycle parking space is charged with 12 Euro extra calculated. Of course, you can also take your bike disassembled or folded up in a bag as normal luggage. However, I recommend a private compartment.
Car and motorbike
You can take your car (passenger car) or motorbike with you on the ÖBB nightjet. To do this, you must specify the model. You can make the booking online or by phone: +43 5 1717
Loading can only take place at certain stations. These are always the start and end stations.
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Flight from Hamburg to Zurich
Of course you can also fly the route from Hamburg to Zurich. The flight time is around 2 hours. Then there is the way from Hamburg city centre to the airport. The same in Zurich, from the airport back to the city centre. Be there in good time, check-in, etc.
Sustainable is, of course, not to sit in a subsidised plane for a short time. Everyone has to decide for themselves at what point they start doing something for Planet Earth. And on this route, from Hamburg to Zurich, it's really easy.
On the night train you save transfers and waiting times. In addition, a Night at the hotelwhich is not really cheap in both cities. It is simply a relaxed shape to travel. Definitely more relaxed and communicative than in a tightly squeezed plane.
Interrail and Eurail reservations
You can use the ÖBB nightjet with your Interrail/Eurail Pass. However, a reservation is required. In return, you save travelling time and the cost of an overnight stay in a hotel.
The costs for reservations are dynamic and depend on capacity utilisation. The prices quoted are per person in a bed and not per compartment.
| Category | Price with Interrail/Eurail |
|---|---|
| Seat | 5-20 EUR |
| Mini Cabin | 25-65 EUR |
| Couchette car/couchette 4-seater compartment | 25-65 EUR |
| Sleeping car "Comfort" 2-seater compartment (WC) | 65-155 EUR |
| Sleeping car "Comfort" 1 compartment (WC) | 150-310 EUR |
| Sleeping car "Comfort Plus" 2-seater compartment (shower + WC) | 110-265 EUR |
| Sleeping car "Comfort Plus" 1 compartment (shower + WC) | 250-470 EUR |
How to book a reservation with an Interrail/Eurail Pass
- Go to the website oebb.at and start a normal journey planner there.
- In the "Travellers" click on "Change" and enter the number of fellow travellers.
- Then select under "Discounts" the option "Interrail/Eurail - Globalpass" and assign them to each traveller individually.
- Pay attentionthat the tick next to "Seat reservation only" not is set.
- Then click on "Search for connections" to display trains with a reduced price for pass holders.
- By default, you will receive a Simple seat reservation displayed. If you prefer to travel in a couchette or sleeping car, you can click on "Upgrade" and select the type of bed you want.
Important notice:
If your Interrail or Eurail Pass is only valid for the 2nd class applies, you should no 1st class options on the ÖBB website. A seemingly favourable Upgrade for 5 EUR is in reality only the price difference when bookingnot for the ticket itself. Therefore stay with the Class of your passportto avoid unnecessary costs.
Interrail/Eurail Pass - discover Europe flexibly by train
The Interrail Pass (for Europeans) or Eurail Pass (for non-Europeans) is a train ticket that allows you unlimited travel through up to 33 European countries. Instead of buying individual tickets, you can use a single pass for several train journeys - ideal for flexible round trips, city breaks or backpacking adventures. Whether it's a spontaneous stopover or a longer journey: the Interrail/Eurail Pass offers you maximum freedom when travelling by train in Europe.
Night train and travel days: how it works with your Interrail/Eurail Pass
If you are travelling on an overnight train, the only thing that usually counts is a single day of travelling - namely the day of departure. This applies as long as you Do not change trains after midnight must. In this case, your Interrail or Eurail Pass covers the entire journey to your destination on the following day, even if you don't arrive until the next morning.
Important exception: changing trains after midnight
However, should a Train change after 00:00 necessary, you must two travelling days enter the day of the departure train and the calendar day of the connecting train after midnight. This is because every new train after 00:00 is considered a new journey and requires a separate valid day of travel.
Last day of validity of your passport
Also note: On your last day of validity you may no night train You can no longer use a travel pass that extends beyond midnight. The validity of your pass ends on this day at exactly 23:59. After that, no more travel days are available, even if your train would technically still be travelling.