How to travel from Leer to Hamburg

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Compare train and bus for Leer to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leer to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 169 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 169, while a train costs an average of DKK 351.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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DKK 351

Average price

DKK 169

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Cheapest

DKK 269

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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30m

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4h 44m

Average total duration

4h 14m

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30m

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2h 55m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Leer to Hamburg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leer to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of DKK 169.

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

A bus is DKK 182 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Hamburg costing on average DKK 351.

The fastest way to travel from Leer to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leer and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leer to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 32m sooner (2h 23m by train vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around DKK 351 compared to roughly DKK 269 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Leer to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn4439 · ICE 514
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4435 · ICE 516
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4431 · ICE 518
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnBUS 12431 · IC 2431 · ICE 202
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leer 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 Leer to Hamburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leer and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leer to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of DKK 169.

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

A bus is DKK 182 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Hamburg costing on average DKK 351.

The fastest way to travel from Leer to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Leer to Hamburg is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Leer to Hamburg is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leer and Hamburg 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 Leer to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leer (Ostfriesl) and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leer, ZOB and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leer to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leer to Hamburg:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leer to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, London, Amsterdam. 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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