How to travel from Brussels to Hamburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Brussels to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. 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 $69, while a flight costs an average of $352.

Distance: 305 miles (491 km)

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Driving

$158

Average price

$69

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Cheapest

$352

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$116

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 8m

Average total duration

6h 38m

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30m

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9h 4m

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8h 34m

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3h 55m

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1h 55m

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6h 3m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 2.9kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $69.

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

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Hamburg costing on average $158.

A bus is $283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Hamburg costing on average $352.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 8m.

Bus takes on average 9h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Hamburg among Omio's users.

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from Brussels to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 AM8h15
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    9:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 AM8h15
    Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    9:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2629
    9:05 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    10:20 PMHamburg Airport
    $4701One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 315 · ICE 651 · ICE 588
    12:34 PM6h23
    Brussels-North
    6:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1121One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 19 · ICE 657 · 82848+metronom81604
    6:25 PM10h55
    Brussels-Midi
    5:20 AMHamburg Hbf
    $1251One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 522 · R 5005 · ICE 1545 · ICE 616
    12:20 AM11h55
    Brussels-Midi
    12:15 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1341One-way
    3 transfers
  • Eurostar9301+LufthansaLH989+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4224
    5:53 AM11h12
    Brussels-Midi
    5:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $4651One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9301+LufthansaLH993 · LH30
    5:53 AM14h12
    Brussels-Midi
    8:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $4651One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9329+LufthansaLH997 · LH34
    12:22 PM9h58
    Brussels-Midi
    10:20 PMHamburg Airport
    $5271One-way
    2 transfers

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How to get from Brussels to Hamburg

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Brussels to Hamburg there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 58,74% 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 Brussels 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 Brussels 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 Brussels to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $69.

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

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Hamburg costing on average $158.

A bus is $283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Hamburg costing on average $352.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 8m.

Bus takes on average 9h 4m.

The distance from Brussels to Hamburg is approximately 305 miles (491 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Hamburg is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels 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 Brussels to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Lufthansa to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, De Lijn to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels 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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