How to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a train costs an average of €59.

Distance: 206 miles (333 km)

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€59

Average price

€36

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Cheapest

€56

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3h 58m

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Fastest

3h 28m

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6h 18m

Average total duration

5h 48m

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4h 30m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg costing on average €59.

A bus is €194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg costing on average €229.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

Flight takes on average 16h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt (Oder) and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (3h 28m by train vs 4h 30m by car). Tickets start at around €59 compared to roughly €56 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg

How to get from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:50 AM9h00
    Frankfurt an der Oder, Bahnhof
    2:50 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    261One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:50 AM9h00
    Frankfurt an der Oder, Bahnhof
    2:50 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    261One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn33766 · S7 · ICE 604
    8:11 AM3h13
    Frankfurt (Oder) station
    11:24 AMHamburg Hbf
    571One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnBUS 40248 · ICE 802
    9:35 AM4h35
    Frankfurt (Oder) station
    2:10 PMHamburg Hbf
    451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn61352 · 18515 · ICE 600
    10:06 AM5h18
    Helenesee station
    3:24 PMHamburg Hbf
    461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn33770 · S7 · ICE 602
    10:05 AM3h19
    Frankfurt (Oder) station
    1:24 PMHamburg Hbf
    481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:55 AM10h00
    Frankfurt an der Oder, Bahnhof
    7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    261One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA964+BA CityflyerBA8490
    6:25 AM7h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    1:50 PMHamburg Airport
    2001One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA999 · BA964
    6:40 AM7h10
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    1:50 PMHamburg Airport
    2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA993 · BA970
    1:00 PM9h35
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:35 PMHamburg Airport
    4141One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt (Oder) 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 Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt (Oder) and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg costing on average €59.

A bus is €194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg costing on average €229.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

Flight takes on average 16h 3m.

The distance from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is approximately 206 miles (333 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt (Oder) 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 Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Babimost Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Oder) station and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt an der Oder, Bahnhof and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt (Oder) to Hamburg:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt (Oder) 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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