How to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the flight 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 €112 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 26m. 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 €112, while a flight costs an average of €136.

Distance: 960 miles (1546 km)

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€136

Average price

€112

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€253

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8h 26m

Average total duration

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6h 26m

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2h 0m

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37h 0m

Average total duration

36h 30m

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30m

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20h 24m

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(door-to-door)

4.6 - 9.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €112.

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

A bus is €23 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €136.

A bus is €295 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €407.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 26m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 37h 0m.

Train takes on average 38h 18m.

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 flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bucharest to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 13h 58m sooner (6h 26m by flight vs 20h 24m by car) and save roughly €118 compared to fuel and tolls (€136 vs €253). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Bucharest to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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
    5:55 AM33h26
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:21 PMHamburg Hbf
    1651One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    5:55 AM33h26
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:21 PMHamburg Hbf
    1651One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1374 · KL1757
    2:00 PM4h50
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    5:50 PMHamburg Airport
    7021One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:00 PM36h21
    București, Autogara Militari
    10:21 AMHamburg Hbf
    1651One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 AM35h00
    București, Autogara Militari
    1:45 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1701One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:45 AM42h10
    București, Autogara Militari
    8:55 PMHamburg Harburg
    1731One-way
    2 transfers
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1046 · TK1669
    9:45 PM15h20
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    12:05 PMHamburg Airport
    2011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1046 · TK1665
    9:45 PM17h00
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    1:45 PMHamburg Airport
    2011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1040 · TK1669
    3:55 PM21h10
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    12:05 PMHamburg Airport
    2011One-way
    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 €112.

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

A bus is €23 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €136.

A bus is €295 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Hamburg costing on average €407.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 26m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 37h 0m.

Train takes on average 38h 18m.

The distance from Bucharest to Hamburg is approximately 960 miles (1546 km).
The average frequency per day from Bucharest to Hamburg is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains 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:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bucharest and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • 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 Romanian Railways (CFR) to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Eurowings, Turkish Airlines, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Wizz Air to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Hamburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bucharest to Hamburg:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Bucharest 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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