How to travel from Interlaken to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Interlaken to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $203 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $203, while a flight costs an average of $599.

Distance: 485 miles (781 km)

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$203

Average price

Cheapest

$599

Average price

$266

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 33m

Average total duration

9h 3m

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4h 31m

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2h 31m

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9h 53m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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2.3 - 4.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Hamburg is a flight with an average price of $102.

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

A flight is $13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Interlaken to Hamburg costing on average $114.

A flight is $101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Hamburg costing on average $203.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 28m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 33m.

Bus takes on average 20h 56m.

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

The journey is about 50m faster (9h 3m by train vs 9h 53m by car) and roughly $64 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($203 vs $266). 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 Interlaken to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 831 · IC 982 · ICE 272 · ICE 920
    6:04 PM12h46
    Interlaken West
    6:50 AMHamburg Hbf
    $551One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 831 · IC 982 · ICE 272 · ICE 920
    6:04 PM12h46
    Interlaken West
    6:50 AMHamburg Hbf
    $551One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW7763
    4:00 PM1h25
    Zurich Airport
    5:25 PMHamburg Airport
    $1961One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 992 · IC 841 · S 3 · ICE 76
    11:05 PM12h24
    Interlaken West
    11:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    $611One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 990 · IC 646 · ICE 76
    10:05 PM13h24
    Interlaken West
    11:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    $611One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnBus EV1 · IR 2155 · IR 2304 · ECE 8
    11:11 PM14h18
    Interlaken West (Port)
    1:29 PMHamburg Hbf
    $861One-way
    3 transfers
  • easyJetU21183
    7:25 PM1h30
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    8:55 PMHamburg Airport
    $1731One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW7765
    8:35 PM1h25
    Zurich Airport
    10:00 PMHamburg Airport
    $2201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air BalticLX1050
    6:55 AM1h30
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 AMHamburg Airport
    $2491One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Interlaken to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg 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 Interlaken to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Interlaken and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Hamburg is a flight with an average price of $102.

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

A flight is $101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Hamburg costing on average $203.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 28m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 33m.

The distance from Interlaken to Hamburg is approximately 485 miles (781 km).
The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Hamburg is:
  • Around 75 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Interlaken 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 Interlaken to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Interlaken West and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Interlaken to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways, easyJet to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Interlaken to Hamburg:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Swiss, Eurowings, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, GetJet Airlines, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Interlaken 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.

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