How to travel from Hamburg to Zug

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Zug

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Zug among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, while a flight costs an average of $514.

Distance: 447 miles (720 km)

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$173

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$192

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9h 3m

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Compare ways to travel from Hamburg to Zug

Compare the available ways to get from Hamburg to Zug, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Zug is a bus with an average price of $66.

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

A bus is $108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Zug costing on average $173.

A bus is $448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Zug costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Zug is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Zug take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 3m.

Bus takes on average 15h 7m.

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

The journey is about 52m faster (8h 33m by train vs 9h 25m by car) and roughly $20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($173 vs $192). 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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How to get from Hamburg to Zug by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Zug

Travel to Zug 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 Zug.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Zug including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Zug is a bus with an average price of $66.

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

A bus is $108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Zug costing on average $173.

A bus is $448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Zug costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Zug is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Zug take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 3m.

Bus takes on average 15h 7m.

The distance from Hamburg to Zug is approximately 447 miles (720 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Zug is:
  • Around 82 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Zug:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Zug station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Zug, Chollermüli.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Zug, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zug by bus.
  • Travel with KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, Condor Flugdienst, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, TAP Portugal, Air Baltic, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, GetJet Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Zug by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zug by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Zug with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 9 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Swiss, Air Baltic, easyJet, GetJet Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Zug often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Paris, Lucerne, Zurich Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zug and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zug to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Zug is ideal to explore its picturesque old town, enjoy Lake Zug, and visit nearby attractions like the Zugerberg mountain for outdoor activities.

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