How to travel from Hamburg to Maastricht

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Maastricht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $172.

Distance: 262 miles (423 km)

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Driving

$52

Average price

$39

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Cheapest

$172

Average price

$114

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 8m

Average total duration

5h 38m

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30m

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8h 41m

Average total duration

8h 11m

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30m

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2h 55m

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55m

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2h 0m

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5h 59m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Eurowings

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $39 (€32).

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

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Maastricht costing on average $52 (€42).

A bus is $133 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Maastricht costing on average $172 (€139).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Maastricht is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 8m.

Bus takes on average 8h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Maastricht including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Maastricht among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (5h 38m by train vs 5h 59m by car) and roughly $62 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€42) vs $114 (€92)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Hamburg to Maastricht

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 AM10h50
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1:40 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 AM10h50
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    1:40 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 783 · ICE 946 · 10118 · 20070
    6:01 AM5h59
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:00 PMMaastricht station
    $611One-way
    5 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · 20068 · 32229 · IC 2729
    4:41 AM6h19
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:00 AMMaastricht station
    $521One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · 10319 · 18926
    4:41 AM6h30
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:11 AMMaastricht station
    $521One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 581 · ICE 656 · 26410 · 18926
    5:01 AM6h10
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:11 AMMaastricht station
    $581One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:45 PM10h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    4:45 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 AM9h10
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    9:20 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:25 AM12h50
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:15 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Maastricht

Travel to Maastricht 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 Maastricht.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Maastricht including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $39 (€32).

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

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Maastricht costing on average $52 (€42).

A bus is $133 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Maastricht costing on average $172 (€139).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Maastricht is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 8m.

Bus takes on average 8h 41m.

The distance from Hamburg to Maastricht is approximately 262 miles (423 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Maastricht is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Maastricht:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Maastricht station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Maastricht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Maastricht by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Maastricht by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Maastricht by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Maastricht:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Liège, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maastricht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Maastricht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.
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