How to travel from Utrecht to Hamburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Utrecht to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €155.

Distance: 228 miles (368 km)

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Driving

€67

Average price

€40

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Cheapest

€155

Average price

€79

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 46m

Average total duration

5h 16m

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30m

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7h 42m

Average total duration

7h 12m

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30m

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3h 2m

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1h 2m

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2h 0m

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4h 44m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €40.

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

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Hamburg costing on average €67.

A bus is €115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Utrecht to Hamburg costing on average €155.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

Bus takes on average 7h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Utrecht and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Utrecht to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €12. The journey takes 5h 16m versus 4h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Utrecht to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM9h15
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    7:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM9h15
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    7:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9038
    7:10 PM0h55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    8:05 PMHamburg Airport
    831One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    10:35 AM10h20
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    8:55 PMHamburg Harburg
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    10:35 AM10h33
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    9:08 PMHamburg Hbf
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1759 · 20381 · ICE 516
    4:37 PM5h38
    Utrecht Centraal
    10:15 PMHamburg Hbf
    421One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:15 AM7h40
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    2:55 PMHamburg Harburg
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:15 AM7h53
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    3:08 PMHamburg Hbf
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM9h20
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    2:20 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    421One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1757
    4:50 PM1h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:50 PMHamburg Airport
    2721One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1751
    6:55 AM1h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    7:55 AMHamburg Airport
    2721One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1755
    1:00 PM1h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    2:05 PMHamburg Airport
    2721One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Utrecht and Hamburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €40.

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

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Hamburg costing on average €67.

A bus is €115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Utrecht to Hamburg costing on average €155.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

Bus takes on average 7h 42m.

The distance from Utrecht to Hamburg is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
The average frequency per day from Utrecht to Hamburg is:
  • Around 52 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Utrecht Centraal and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Utrecht to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, KLM to go to Hamburg by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Hamburg by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Utrecht to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Utrecht 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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