How to travel from Regensburg to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Regensburg to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Regensburg 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 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €359.

Distance: 327 miles (527 km)

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€359

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€107

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€53

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€32

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4h 0m

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6h 19m

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11h 41m

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7h 20m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Hamburg costing on average €107.

A bus is €306 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Hamburg costing on average €359.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 11h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Regensburg and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Regensburg to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 20m sooner (2h 0m by flight vs 7h 20m by car). Tickets start at around €359 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Regensburg to Hamburg

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

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

  • FlixBus
    7:40 AM14h35
    Regensburg
    10:15 PMHamburg
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    7:40 AM14h35
    Regensburg
    10:15 PMHamburg
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:30 PM11h10
    Regensburg
    6:40 AMHamburg
    €391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:50 PM15h05
    Regensburg
    1:55 PMHamburg
    €391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:20 AM15h35
    Regensburg
    5:55 PMHamburg
    €431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrain
    9:50 PM12h44
    Regensburg
    10:34 AMHamburg
    €501One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Hamburg.

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

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

A bus is €54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Hamburg costing on average €107.

A bus is €306 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Hamburg costing on average €359.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 11h 41m.

The distance from Regensburg to Hamburg is approximately 327 miles (527 km).
The average frequency per day from Regensburg to Hamburg is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Regensburg Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Regensburg 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 metronom, Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Luxair to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Regensburg to Hamburg:
  • 13 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Regensburg 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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