Berlin to Hamburg

Berlin to Hamburg

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Berlin to Hamburg Schedule

Berlin to Hamburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transferz Business 3pax Any time€ 679.10
FlixBus Economy 02:35 - 06:05€ 16
CD 2nd Class Seat 04:12 - 06:09€ 147.41
CD 2nd Class Seat 07:38 - 09:24€ 132.96
FlixBus Economy 08:30 - 16:00€ 43.98
CD 2nd Class Seat 11:06 - 13:11€ 122.06
Pegasus Airlines Economy 13:15 - 12:45€ 183.09
FlixBus Economy 15:30 - 18:45€ 12
CD 2nd Class Seat 17:17 - 19:12€ 135.36
Flixtrain Standard 18:07 - 20:10€ 8.79
Eurowings Economy 21:00 - 19:45€ 189.72
FlixBus Economy 22:45 - 02:05€ 40

Transportation from Berlin to Hamburg

Facts about the transport from Berlin to Hamburg

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport1h 44m
Earliest Departure12:10 AM
Latest Departure10:45 PM
Departures per day75
Distance87 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCD, Daytrip, Eurowings, FlixBus, Flixtrain

How to get from Berlin to Hamburg

Travelling between Berlin and Hamburg is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 678.19 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.64.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Hamburg?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 17 hours to travel between Berlin and Hamburg depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Berlin and Hamburg. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 44m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 16h 10m to reach Hamburg.

How much does it cost to get from Berlin to Hamburg?

Travelling between Berlin and Hamburg can be as cheap as USD 10.64 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 678.19 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Berlin and Hamburg ?

  • 25 from Berlin to Hamburg starting from 00:10 Berlin Alexanderplatz until 22:45 Berlin Central Bus Station
  • 15 from Berlin to Hamburg starting from 04:12 Berlin Main until 18:08 Berlin Main
  • 5 by flight from Berlin to Hamburg starting from 06:45 Berlin Brandenburg Airport until 11:00 Berlin Brandenburg Airport
  • 30 from Berlin to Hamburg starting from 00:00 Berlin Brandenburg Airport until 00:00 Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Berlin to Hamburg.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Berlin to Hamburg overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Berlin and Hamburg

FlixBus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Berlin and Hamburg

Daytrip, Transferz

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Berlin to Hamburg?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus