How to travel from Heidelberg to Hamburg

There are 3 options to travel between Heidelberg and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of CHF38.

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

A bus is CHF30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Hamburg costing on average CHF69.

A bus is CHF106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Hamburg costing on average CHF144.

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 33m.

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

The distance from Heidelberg to Hamburg is approximately 293 miles (472 km).

The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Hamburg is:

• Around 40 flights per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Heidelberg and Hamburg 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg:

• Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings to go to Hamburg by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Hamburg by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Hamburg by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Heidelberg to Hamburg with the following travel companies:

• 18 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Eurowings.
• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet.

Omio customers who travel from Heidelberg to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.

Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.