How to travel from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg

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Compare bus and train for Friedrichshafen to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $89 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, while a flight costs an average of $807.

Distance: 409 miles (659 km)

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$55

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4h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $89 (€73).

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

A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg costing on average $169 (€139).

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 15m.

Bus takes on average 14h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Friedrichshafen and Hamburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg among Omio's users.

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from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:55 PM16h50
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    11:45 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $381One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:55 PM16h50
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    11:45 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $381One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • CitizenPlane105
    4:00 PM1h35
    Friedrichshafen Airport
    5:35 PMHamburg Airport
    $3171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 216 · ICE 576
    12:35 PM7h54
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    8:29 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4214 · ICE 566 · ICE 578
    11:03 AM7h18
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    6:21 PMHamburg Harburg
    $1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4218 · ICE 564 · ICE 576
    1:03 PM7h26
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    8:29 PMHamburg Hbf
    $1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM13h50
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $381One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:10 PM17h05
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    1:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $511One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:25 AM16h10
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    2:35 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen to Hamburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Friedrichshafen and Hamburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $56 (€45).

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

A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg costing on average $95 (€77).

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 55m.

Bus takes on average 13h 15m.

The distance from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is approximately 409 miles (659 km).
The average frequency per day from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Friedrichshafen Stadt and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Friedrichshafen to Hamburg:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Friedrichshafen 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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