How to travel from London to Hamburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $168.

Distance: 449 miles (723 km)

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$173

Average price

$138

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$221

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$45

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6h 24m

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3h 24m

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18h 55m

Average total duration

18h 25m

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8h 29m

Average total duration

7h 59m

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11h 33m

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2.2 - 4.3kg

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $138.

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

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Hamburg costing on average $173.

A bus is $82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hamburg costing on average $221.

The fastest way to travel from London to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Bus takes on average 18h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from London to Hamburg among Omio's users.

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from London to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:30 AM23h41
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:11 AMHamburg-Bergedorf
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:30 AM23h41
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:11 AMHamburg-Bergedorf
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 1518
    7:00 AM1h30
    London Stansted Airport
    9:30 AMHamburg Airport
    $3191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 AM20h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM18h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:35 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM21h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    6:40 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $1921One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU28635
    5:40 PM1h40
    London Gatwick Airport
    8:20 PMHamburg Airport
    $2431One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2463 · EW2046
    2:35 PM5h20
    London Heathrow Airport
    8:55 PMHamburg Airport
    $2701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO286 · LO395
    6:30 AM27h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:40 AMHamburg Airport
    $2801One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between London and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $138.

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

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Hamburg costing on average $173.

A bus is $82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hamburg costing on average $221.

The fastest way to travel from London to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Bus takes on average 18h 25m.

The distance from London to Hamburg is approximately 449 miles (723 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Hamburg is:
  • Around 95 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, EuroCity, Eurostar to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways, Ryanair, Eurowings, easyJet, Malta Air, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Luxair, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Air France, Smartwings to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Hamburg:
  • 10 direct flights per day with British Airways, Ryanair, Eurowings, easyJet, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from London 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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