How to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €124, while a flight costs an average of €443.

Distance: 960 miles (1546 km)

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€124

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€443

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€399

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€254

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36h 10m

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35h 40m

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6h 16m

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30h 26m

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20h 24m

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4.6 - 9.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €124.

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

A bus is €276 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €399.

A bus is €320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €443.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 30h 26m.

Bus takes on average 36h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bucharest and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bucharest 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 €124 compared to roughly €254 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €131. The journey takes 35h 40m versus 20h 24m 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 Bucharest to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS700+EurowingsOS8865
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO646 · LO395
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1651 · LH2076
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1651 · LH2078
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bucharest and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €124.

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

A bus is €276 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €399.

A bus is €320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €443.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 30h 26m.

Bus takes on average 36h 10m.

The distance from Bucharest to Hamburg is approximately 960 miles (1546 km).
The average frequency per day from Bucharest to Hamburg is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bucharest and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from București, Autogara Militari and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bucharest to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Comati PSG, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, tarom, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Swiss, Qatar Airways, Eurowings, TAP Portugal, Pegasus, Air Europa, Global Supply Systems, HiSky, KLM Cityhopper, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bucharest to Hamburg:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Comati PSG, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Bucharest 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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