How to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Antwerp to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $489.

Distance: 287 miles (462 km)

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$65

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$171

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$108

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9h 35m

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6h 48m

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Compare ways to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg

Compare the available ways to get from Antwerp to Hamburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $65 (€54).

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

A bus is $106 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average $171 (€143).

A bus is $424 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average $489 (€408).

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 48m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Antwerp and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $65 (€54) compared to roughly $108 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€36). The journey takes 9h 5m versus 7h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Antwerp to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 AM11h25
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    7:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 AM11h25
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    7:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2623
    9:35 AM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    10:50 AMHamburg Airport
    $4571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 311 · ICE 610
    11:01 AM7h16
    Antwerp-Central
    6:17 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnEC 9223 · RE 6632 · RE 28630 · 31235
    9:45 AM6h54
    Antwerp-Central
    4:39 PMHamburg Harburg
    $1671One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 4533 · ICE 315 · ICE 108
    11:54 AM7h21
    Antwerp-Central
    7:15 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1911One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM10h20
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $591One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:35 PM9h45
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:08 PM11h52
    Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage)
    7:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $631One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1704 · KL1755
    10:25 AM3h40
    Brussels Airport
    2:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $3501One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1702 · KL1755
    8:05 AM6h00
    Brussels Airport
    2:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $3501One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1755
    6:20 AM7h45
    Brussels Airport
    2:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $3501One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Antwerp to Hamburg

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 60,00% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Antwerp to Hamburg. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Antwerp and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $65 (€54).

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

A bus is $106 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average $171 (€143).

A bus is $424 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Hamburg costing on average $489 (€408).

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 48m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

The distance from Antwerp to Hamburg is approximately 287 miles (462 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Hamburg is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, metronom to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, London, Amsterdam. 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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