How to travel from Hamburg to Schwerin

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Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Schwerin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Schwerin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr123 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr123, while a train costs an average of kr346.

Distance: 57 miles (92 km)

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kr346

Average price

kr123

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Cheapest

kr190

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1h 58m

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Fastest

1h 28m

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2h 55m

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2h 25m

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1h 29m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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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 Schwerin is a bus with an average price of kr130.

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

A bus is kr106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Schwerin costing on average kr236.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Schwerin is by train with an average journey time of 2h 16m.

Other travel options to Schwerin take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg and Schwerin including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Schwerin 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 kr236 compared to roughly kr190 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-46.06. The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 29m 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 Schwerin

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 91 · 13163
    7:48 AM2h12
    Hamburg Hbf
    10:00 AMSchwerin Hbf
    kr2881One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 91 · 13163
    7:48 AM2h12
    Hamburg Hbf
    10:00 AMSchwerin Hbf
    kr2881One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1536
    9:09 AM0h54
    Hamburg Hbf
    10:03 AMSchwerin Hbf
    kr3001One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1534
    11:08 AM0h55
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:03 PMSchwerin Hbf
    kr3001One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 91 · 68925
    7:48 AM2h31
    Hamburg Hbf
    10:19 AMSchwerin-Görries
    kr3121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn3971
    10:22 AM1h26
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:48 AMSchwerin Mitte
    kr3121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Schwerin

Travel to Schwerin 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 Schwerin.

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There are 2 options to travel between Hamburg and Schwerin including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Schwerin is a bus with an average price of kr123.

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

A bus is kr223 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Schwerin costing on average kr346.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Schwerin is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Schwerin take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 55m.

The distance from Hamburg to Schwerin is approximately 57 miles (92 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Schwerin is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Schwerin:
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Schwerin, Hauptbahnhof.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Schwerin Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Schwerin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Schwerin by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Schwerin by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Schwerin with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Schwerin often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Wismar, Rostock, Lübeck, Die. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schwerin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Schwerin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Schwerin, including its famous castle, historic old town, and beautiful lakes, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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