Cologne to Hamburg

Cologne to Hamburg

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Best Options

 
$17
 
 
$1,276

Other Options

Cologne to Hamburg Schedule

Cologne to Hamburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transferz Business 3pax Any time€ 1,147.05
CD 2nd Class Seat 02:11 - 06:50€ 155.47
CD 2nd Class Seat 04:45 - 09:14€ 148.48
Eurowings Economy 07:10 - 13:55€ 140.25
Eurowings Economy #EW703908:00 - 09:05€ 206.55
CD 2nd Class Seat 10:11 - 15:01€ 140.04
CD 2nd Class Seat 12:11 - 17:01€ 140.04
Flixtrain Standard 14:59 - 19:07€ 54.99
Eurowings Economy #EW703316:45 - 17:50€ 209.10
Eurowings Economy 18:50 - 22:15€ 140.25
Air Serbia Economy 20:55 - 08:20€ 172.38
Wizz Air Economy 22:45 - 17:15€ 216.24

Transportation from Cologne to Hamburg

Facts about the transport from Cologne to Hamburg

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport4h 6m
Earliest Departure7:01 AM
Latest Departure6:15 PM
Departures per day28
Distance426 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Eurowings, FlixBus, Flixtrain

How to get from Cologne to Hamburg

Travelling between Cologne 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 1,275.42 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 16.37.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 17 hours to travel between Cologne and Hamburg depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Hamburg. Train will bring you to your destination in 4h 6m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 16h 26m to reach Hamburg.

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

Travelling between Cologne and Hamburg can be as cheap as USD 16.37 if you opt for a Flixtrain train and as expensive as USD 1,275.42 if you buy a Transferz 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 Cologne and Hamburg ?

  • 3 by Bus+Train from Cologne to Hamburg starting from 08:14 Cologne Hbf until 16:14 Cologne Hbf
  • 2 from Cologne to Hamburg starting from 08:28 Cologne Hbf until 15:01 Cologne Hbf
  • 1 by flight from Cologne to Hamburg starting from 18:15 Cologne Airport until 18:15 Cologne Airport
  • 22 from Cologne to Hamburg starting from 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne 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 Cologne 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 Cologne to Hamburg?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train