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Taking the train from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) in 2 hours 56 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 35 minutes to travel the 184 km from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel with DB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) start from $20.57 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Westerland (Sylt)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) by train
It takes an average of 3h 35m to travel from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) by train, over a distance of around 114 miles (184 km). There are normally 23 trains per day traveling from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt) and tickets for this journey start from $20.57 when you book in advance.
| First train | 1:07 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:43 pm | |
| Departure station | Hamburg-Altona | |
| Arrival station | Westerland (Sylt) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 56m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (184 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $20.57 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt)?
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt)
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Hamburg-Altona to Westerland (Sylt)?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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