How to travel from Rotterdam to Hamburg

Travel from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Hamburg, Germany is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Hamburg from Rotterdam restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Hamburg, Germany from Rotterdam?

• There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Hamburg, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face mask requirement: Mandatory

The above information was last verified on 5/25/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip between Rotterdam and Hamburg closer to your planned date of departure here.

Return travel to Rotterdam, Netherlands from Germany is: Unrestricted.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Netherlands from Germany?

Entry into Netherlands is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Netherlands from Germany?

Requirements for reentering Netherlands:

• There are no current restrictions

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Netherlands?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Netherlands to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

• Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Recommended

The above information about your return travel to Rotterdam, Netherlands was last verified on 5/17/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Rotterdam from Hamburg.

There are 2 travel options from Rotterdam to Hamburg: bus or train.

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Hamburg is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $40 (€35) compared to other travel options to Hamburg:

Taking a bus is usually $19 (€17) less than taking a train to Hamburg, which costs on average $60 (€52) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel between Rotterdam and Hamburg is by bus, which takes on average 8 h 35 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, taking a train requires on average 10 h 40 min   of travel time.

You should expect to travel around 257 miles (415 km) between Rotterdam and Hamburg.

The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Hamburg is:

• 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rotterdam to Hamburg:

• Buses from Rotterdam to Hamburg most often leave from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Hamburg, Bahnsteig Gleis 13 + 14.
• Trains from Rotterdam to Hamburg most often leave from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rotterdam to Hamburg:

• You can go to Hamburg from Rotterdam by bus with Flixbus. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $40 (€35) with Flixbus from Rotterdam to Hamburg on Omio.
• You can travel by train between Rotterdam and Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn, and you can find Deutsche Bahn Rotterdam to Hamburg tickets for $60 (€52) on Omio.

When planning your trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets cost on average $40 (€35) one way.
• Train tickets are costing on average $60 (€52) one way.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Rotterdam to Hamburg online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.