How to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, while a flight costs an average of $387.

Distance: 228 miles (368 km)

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Flight

$119

Average price

$50

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Cheapest

$387

Average price

5h 44m

Average total duration

5h 14m

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30m

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6h 32m

Average total duration

6h 2m

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30m

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4h 23m

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2h 23m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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KLM Cityhopper

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from Amsterdam to Hamburg

How to get from Amsterdam to Hamburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 PM5h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 PM5h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1751
    6:55 AM1h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    7:55 AMHamburg Airport
    $7941One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICD 1867 · IC 1767 · 20385 · ICE 514
    6:16 PM5h59
    Amsterdam Zuid
    12:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    $461One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2767 · IC 1767 · 20385 · ICE 514
    6:04 PM6h11
    Amsterdam Centraal
    12:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    $461One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICD 1883 · IC 1783 · 20237 · 14981
    10:16 PM10h02
    Amsterdam Zuid
    8:18 AMHamburg Hbf
    $611One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 PM6h00
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM6h20
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    5:35 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:45 PM6h50
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    5:35 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH989+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4224
    11:15 AM5h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $4091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1441 · AF1410
    8:20 PM14h10
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:30 AMHamburg Airport
    $4331One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH993 · LH26
    2:45 PM3h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    6:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $4741One-way
    1 transfer

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Travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg: Journey Details

Flying is the quickest method of traveling between Amsterdam and Hamburg, while taking the train or bus have similar travel times of approximately 5.5 hours.

Return trips from Hamburg to Amsterdam are also available.

How to get from Amsterdam to Hamburg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg, 80,37% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Hamburg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $50.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Hamburg:

A bus is $68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Hamburg costing on average $119.

A bus is $337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Hamburg costing on average $387.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 44m.

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Hamburg is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Hamburg is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Hamburg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, metronom, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Air France, Pascan Aviation, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Stockholm, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.
Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.
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