How to travel from Lübeck to Hamburg

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Compare train and bus for Lübeck to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $40.

Distance: 34 miles (55 km)

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$8

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Cheapest

$40

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$13

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

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30m

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1h 17m

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47m

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58m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lübeck to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Hamburg costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Lübeck to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lübeck and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lübeck 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 11m sooner (47m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $13 (€11) 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 Lübeck to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar
    1:00 PM0h20
    Lübeck
    1:20 PMHamburg
    $21One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar
    1:00 PM0h20
    Lübeck
    1:20 PMHamburg
    $21One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar
    1:00 PM0h20
    Lübeck
    1:20 PMHamburg
    $21One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar
    10:10 PM0h30
    Lübeck
    10:40 PMHamburg
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    9:10 PM0h40
    Lübeck
    9:50 PMHamburg
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    2:00 PM0h40
    Lübeck
    2:40 PMHamburg
    $41One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lübeck 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 Lübeck to Hamburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lübeck and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lübeck to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Hamburg costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Lübeck to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

The distance from Lübeck to Hamburg is approximately 34 miles (55 km).
The average frequency per day from Lübeck to Hamburg is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lübeck 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 Lübeck to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lübeck Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lübeck to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, erixx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lübeck to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Lübeck 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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