How to travel from Hamburg to Kalmar

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Hamburg to Kalmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $109 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $109, while a bus costs an average of $138.

Distance: 328 miles (529 km)

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$109

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$138

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$242

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9h 38m

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9h 8m

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25h 30m

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8h 14m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Kalmar is a train with an average price of $109 (€88).

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

A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Kalmar costing on average $138 (€112).

A train is $55 (€44) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Kalmar costing on average $163 (€133).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Kalmar is by train with an average journey time of 9h 38m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Ferry takes on average 20h 25m.

Bus takes on average 25h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Kalmar including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Kalmar among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $109 (€88) compared to roughly $242 (€197) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $134 (€109). The journey takes 9h 8m versus 8h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Hamburg to Kalmar

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70190 · R 1008
    7:39 PM13h20
    Hamburg Hbf
    8:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $571One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70190 · R 1008
    7:39 PM13h20
    Hamburg Hbf
    8:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $571One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK2646 · SK197
    1:45 PM5h20
    Hamburg Airport
    7:05 PMKalmar Airport
    $6281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnECE 392 · R 1008
    6:53 PM14h06
    Hamburg Hbf
    8:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnECE 394 · R 1128 · R 20001
    2:52 PM16h07
    Hamburg Hbf
    6:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $681One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn11168 · IC 5760 · IC 858 · R 1136
    1:39 PM17h20
    Hamburg Hbf
    6:59 AMKalmar Centralstation
    $771One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:25 PM30h37
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    12:02 AMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $941One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    5:39 PM30h23
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:02 AMKalmar, Järnvägstation
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK648 · SK1416 · SK195
    6:15 AM9h10
    Hamburg Airport
    3:25 PMKalmar Airport
    $6371One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK648 · SK1418 · SK195
    6:15 AM9h10
    Hamburg Airport
    3:25 PMKalmar Airport
    $6371One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK648 · SK404 · SK195
    6:15 AM9h10
    Hamburg Airport
    3:25 PMKalmar Airport
    $6371One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Kalmar

Travel to Kalmar 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 Hamburg to Kalmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Kalmar including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Kalmar is a train with an average price of $109 (€88).

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

A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Kalmar costing on average $138 (€112).

A train is $55 (€44) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Hamburg to Kalmar costing on average $163 (€133).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Kalmar is by train with an average journey time of 9h 38m.

Other travel options to Kalmar take longer:

Ferry takes on average 20h 25m.

Bus takes on average 25h 30m.

The distance from Hamburg to Kalmar is approximately 328 miles (529 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Kalmar is:
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Kalmar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Kalmar Centralstation.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Kalmar, Järnvägstation.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) and arrive in Karlshamns Hamn.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Kalmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Snälltåget, SJ, Oresundstag, Danish Railways (DSB) to go to Kalmar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kalmar by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Kalmar often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Malmö, Copenhagen Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kalmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kalmar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore the main attractions in Kalmar, such as Kalmar Castle, the Old Town, and the Kalmar County Museum, two to three days would be sufficient. This allows for a relaxed pace to enjoy the historical sites and scenic coastal views.

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