How to travel from Villach to Hamburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Villach to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €85 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €85, while a train costs an average of €145.

Distance: 510 miles (821 km)

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Driving

€145

Average price

€85

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Cheapest

€199

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(fuel + tolls)

12h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

11h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

18h 15m

Average total duration

17h 45m

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30m

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10h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

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ÖBB | ICE

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €100.

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

A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Hamburg costing on average €151.

A bus is €474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Hamburg costing on average €574.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 12m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 55m.

Bus takes on average 18h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Villach and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Villach 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 €151 compared to roughly €199 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 10h 25m versus 10h 11m 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 Villach to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    6:00 AM16h15
    Villach
    10:15 PMHamburg
    581One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:00 AM16h15
    Villach
    10:15 PMHamburg
    581One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:00 AM16h15
    Villach
    10:15 PMHamburg
    581One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:20 AM16h45
    Villach
    9:05 PMHamburg
    591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    5:00 AM16h15
    Villach
    9:15 PMHamburg
    731One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Villach 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 Villach to Hamburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Villach and Hamburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €100.

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

A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Hamburg costing on average €151.

A bus is €474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Hamburg costing on average €574.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 12m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 55m.

Bus takes on average 18h 1m.

The distance from Villach to Hamburg is approximately 510 miles (821 km).
The average frequency per day from Villach to Hamburg is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Villach 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 Villach to Hamburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Villach Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Villach 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 ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity to go to Hamburg by train.
  • Travel with Transavia France, Lufthansa to go to Hamburg by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Villach to Hamburg:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Villach 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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