How to travel from Mannheim to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mannheim to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, while a flight costs an average of $415.

Distance: 289 miles (466 km)

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Driving

$110

Average price

$53

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Cheapest

$415

Average price

$101

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 26m

Average total duration

4h 56m

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30m

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10h 37m

Average total duration

10h 7m

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4h 1m

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2h 1m

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5h 51m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.8kg

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Lufthansa

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

The cheapest way to travel from Mannheim to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $53 (€44).

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

A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average $110 (€92).

A bus is $362 (€303) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average $415 (€347).

The fastest way to travel from Mannheim to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 26m.

Bus takes on average 10h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Mannheim and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mannheim 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 55m sooner (4h 56m by train vs 5h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $110 (€92) compared to roughly $101 (€85) 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 Mannheim to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78
    4:01 AM5h28
    Mannheim Hbf
    9:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78
    4:01 AM5h28
    Mannheim Hbf
    9:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Condor FlugdienstDE4181
    7:55 AM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:00 AMHamburg Airport
    $2061One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 698 · ICE 778
    2:15 AM6h15
    Mannheim Hbf
    8:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4588 · S8 · IC 60470
    12:09 AM7h44
    Mannheim Hbf
    7:53 AMHamburg Hbf
    $471One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 618
    4:01 AM6h14
    Mannheim Hbf
    10:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM8h30
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM9h15
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    8:40 PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 AM11h00
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    3:30 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2
    7:00 AM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:05 AMHamburg Airport
    $2141One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH6
    8:00 AM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:05 AMHamburg Airport
    $2141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4222
    1:00 PM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:05 PMHamburg Airport
    $2961One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Mannheim and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mannheim to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $53 (€44).

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

A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average $110 (€92).

A bus is $362 (€303) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average $415 (€347).

The fastest way to travel from Mannheim to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 26m.

Bus takes on average 10h 37m.

The distance from Mannheim to Hamburg is approximately 289 miles (466 km).
The average frequency per day from Mannheim to Hamburg is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Mannheim Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mannheim to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines, British Airways to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Hamburg by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mannheim to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 15 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, GetJet Airlines.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Mannheim 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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