How to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stuttgart to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $116.

Distance: 333 miles (536 km)

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Driving

$97

Average price

$273

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$53

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Cheapest

$27

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 40m

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5h 10m

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4h 14m

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2h 14m

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10h 14m

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9h 44m

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7h 11m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Eurowings

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $53 (€43).

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

A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Hamburg costing on average $97 (€78).

A bus is $220 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Hamburg costing on average $273 (€220).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 9h 44m.

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

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from Stuttgart to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM14h30
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM14h30
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • GetJet AirlinesEW7041
    10:05 AM1h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:15 AMHamburg Airport
    $2571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 572
    7:22 PM5h08
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 698 · ICE 778
    1:00 AM7h30
    Stuttgart Hbf
    8:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
    9:49 PM9h01
    Stuttgart Hbf
    6:50 AMHamburg Hbf
    $871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    10:50 PM14h05
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    12:55 PMHamburg Harburg
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    10:50 PM17h21
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    4:11 PMHamburg-Bergedorf
    $691One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM15h50
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    8:00 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $811One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW2044
    2:30 PM1h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    3:40 PMHamburg Airport
    $2961One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW7045
    4:20 PM1h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    5:30 PMHamburg Airport
    $3211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK658 · SK649
    10:10 AM4h40
    Stuttgart Airport
    2:50 PMHamburg Airport
    $3341One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg, 69,01% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $53 (€43).

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

A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Hamburg costing on average $97 (€78).

A bus is $220 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Hamburg costing on average $273 (€220).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 9h 44m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Hamburg is approximately 333 miles (536 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Hamburg is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Sas Airways, GetJet Airlines, Lufthansa to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Hamburg by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, GetJet Airlines.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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