How to travel from Bratislava to Hamburg

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Compare bus and train for Bratislava to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a train costs an average of €82.

Distance: 485 miles (781 km)

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€82

Average price

€56

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12h 26m

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Fastest

11h 56m

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30m

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17h 14m

Average total duration

16h 44m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 2.0kg

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from Bratislava to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Infobus7514300
    3:00 AM18h30
    Bratislava
    9:30 PMHamburg
    501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Infobus7514300
    3:00 AM18h30
    Bratislava
    9:30 PMHamburg
    501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnEC 282 · RJ 382
    5:58 AM10h26
    Bratislava hlavná stanica
    4:24 PMHamburg Hbf
    801One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEC 278 · RJ 172
    11:58 AM10h26
    Bratislava hlavná stanica
    10:24 PMHamburg Hbf
    881One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnREX 7700 · RJX 19938 · EC 212 · ICE 880
    4:16 AM11h41
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    3:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    901One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 19910 · ICE 210 · ICE 788
    6:32 AM11h25
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    5:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM14h15
    Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)
    1:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    8:55 PM13h26
    Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)
    10:21 AMHamburg Hbf
    691One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:10 PM17h05
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    12:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    691One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bratislava and Hamburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bratislava to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €56.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Hamburg costing on average €82.

The fastest way to travel from Bratislava to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 12h 26m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 14m.

The distance from Bratislava to Hamburg is approximately 485 miles (781 km).
The average frequency per day from Bratislava to Hamburg is:
  • Around 31 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bratislava to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bratislava hlavná stanica and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bratislava to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bratislava to Hamburg:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Bratislava to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. 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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