How to travel from Bristol to Hamburg

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Compare bus and flight for Bristol to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $166 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $166, while a flight costs an average of $735.

Distance: 549 miles (884 km)

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$166

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Cheapest

$735

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$81

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22h 28m

Average total duration

21h 58m

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4h 28m

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2h 28m

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12h 38m

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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2.7 - 5.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $166.

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

A bus is $569 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Hamburg costing on average $735.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Hamburg including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 10h 10m sooner (2h 28m by flight vs 12h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $735 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bristol to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 AM23h45
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 AM23h45
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM22h35
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    3:35 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    6:05 AM27h16
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    10:21 AMHamburg Hbf
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:35 PM23h40
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 AM26h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:40 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1461One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol 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 Bristol to Hamburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Hamburg including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $166.

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

A bus is $569 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Hamburg costing on average $735.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 28m.

The distance from Bristol to Hamburg is approximately 549 miles (884 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Hamburg is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Hamburg:
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Ryanair, KLM, Edelweiss Air to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol 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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