There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Innsbruck (Austria) to Hamburg (Germany), taking between approximately 11 and 15 hours: Namely the NJ 40420, the UEX 1300, the UEX 1302, the UEX 1304, the UEX 1308, the 304 and the UEX 1306. These lines are operated by ÖBB, UEX and Snälltåget.

Offers on this date
Explore accommodation options

ÖBB

The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).

What types of carriages are available on ÖBB trains?

ÖBB night trains typically feature four types of carriages: seats, couchettes, the compact Mini Cabin, and sleepers.

What's the difference between seats, couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleeper cars?

Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths. The Mini Cabin is a compact sleeping option for solo travelers – two Mini Cabins can be combined for couples. Sleepers are equipped with proper beds and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes accommodate up to six people, Mini Cabins are designed for one person each but two can be combined for couples, while sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.

What amenities do sleeper cars offer?

Sleepers sometimes include a private bathroom or even a shower, sometimes only a sink. The Mini Cabin offers a more affordable private alternative with its own compact sleeping space for one person.

UEX

UEX (Urlaubs-Express) operates seasonal night trains, including car-carrying trains (Autoreisezüge), from Germany to Austria and back.

What accommodation is available?

Options range from seats and shared couchettes to private couchette compartments, sleeper compartments and connected sleeper cabins.

Can I take my car?

You can bring your car, but only between the car terminals, and you book the vehicle along with your ticket.

What about skis and catering on board?

There is a free ski compartment. Drinks and snacks are available in the bistro on board.

What do children pay?

There is a reduced fare for children who have their own seat or bed.

Snälltåget

Snälltåget offers night travel with various comfort levels on night trains between European cities.

What accommodation options are available?

Accommodation ranges from individual seats in coaches to shared compartments with up to six berths and private compartments for small groups. All beds include bedding and blankets.

How do the compartments work?

Both shared and private compartments transform from day seating configuration to night bed mode. With three berths per side and ladder access to upper berths, private compartments offer the best option for groups.

Are pets and bicycles allowed?

Animals are permitted in private compartments only. Bikes are not allowed, but collapsible bicycles can be transported as hand luggage or stored on luggage racks.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 50 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!

Next available offers

Sat, 07.11.2026

offers

Sun, 08.11.2026

offers

Mon, 09.11.2026

from 50 EUR

Tue, 10.11.2026

offers

Wed, 11.11.2026

offers

Thu, 12.11.2026

offers

Fri, 13.11.2026

offers