How to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $154.

Distance: 416 miles (671 km)

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$82

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$154

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$59

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$56

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8h 41m

Average total duration

8h 11m

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3h 30m

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1h 30m

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14h 0m

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13h 30m

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8h 25m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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2.0 - 4.0kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $59 (€48).

This is compared to other travel options from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg:

A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg costing on average $82 (€66).

A bus is $94 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg costing on average $154 (€124).

The fastest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 41m.

Bus takes on average 14h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lindau (Bodensee) and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lindau (Bodensee) 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 14m sooner (8h 11m by train vs 8h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€66) compared to roughly $56 (€46) 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 Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg

How to get from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBus
    5:40 AM20h05
    Lindau (Bodensee)
    1:45 AMHamburg
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:40 AM20h05
    Lindau (Bodensee)
    1:45 AMHamburg
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:55 PM18h45
    Lindau (Bodensee)
    12:40 PMHamburg
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lindau (Bodensee) and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $59 (€48).

This is compared to other travel options from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg:

A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg costing on average $82 (€66).

A bus is $94 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg costing on average $154 (€124).

The fastest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 41m.

Bus takes on average 14h 0m.

The distance from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is approximately 416 miles (671 km).
The average frequency per day from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lindau-Reutin station and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lindau, Blaukreuzstrasse and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Eurowings, Swiss, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lindau (Bodensee) to Hamburg:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Swiss, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Lindau (Bodensee) 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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