How to travel from Hamburg to Cologne

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Travel Information from Hamburg to Cologne

distanceDistance223 miles (360 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$15 - $100
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $15 (€13) • 3 h 36 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $100 (€90) • 1 h
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 223 miles (360 km) to Cologne from Hamburg. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Hamburg to Cologne.

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from Hamburg to Cologne

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

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

FlixTrainFlixTrain
03:01PM3h55
Hamburg Harburg
06:56PMCologne Hbf
$251One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixTrainFlixTrain
03:01PM3h55
Hamburg Harburg
06:56PMCologne Hbf
$251One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
FlixTrainFlixTrain
03:01PM3h55
Hamburg Harburg
06:56PMCologne Hbf
$251One-way
0 transfers
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FlixTrainFlixTrain
02:50PM4h06
Hamburg Hbf
06:56PMCologne Hbf
$251One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 107
08:45AM4h04
Hamburg Hbf
12:49PMCologne Hbf
$741One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 91 · ICE 954
08:02AM4h10
Hamburg Hbf
12:12PMCologne Hbf
$841One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
01:50PM6h40
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
08:30PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
11:35PM7h45
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
07:20AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$351One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Hamburg to Cologne

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Hamburg to Cologne, 77,25% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Hamburg to Cologne and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and Lufthansa will get you between Hamburg and Cologne at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best travel times, prices and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Hamburg to Cologne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

      Germany's largest airline is Lufthansa. Fly from Hamburg to Cologne and book your most convinient travel ticket from Lufthansa's many ticket options including: Economy Light, Economy Classic, Economy Flex, Business Class and First Class.

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