What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Altona is to rideshare which costs €8 - €20 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Altona?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Altona is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Altona. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Rathausmarkt via Hauptbahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Altona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Berlin to Altona?

The distance between Berlin and Altona is 291 km. The road distance is 286.8 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Altona without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Altona?

The train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg-Altona takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Altona bus from?

Berlin to Altona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Altona train from?

Berlin to Altona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Berlin to Altona?

The best way to get from Berlin to Altona is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h 18m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €330 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Berlin to Altona bus arrive?

Berlin to Altona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Berlin to Altona train arrive?

Berlin to Altona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg-Altona station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Altona is 287 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Berlin to Altona.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Altona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Altona?

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Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 1727+ hotels available in Altona.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Altona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin and Altona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Berlin to Altona - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Berlin to Altona by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg-Altonatrain 28 / ...
2h 3m
€35–210
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Hamburgrideshare 282.6 km
3h 17m
€8–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N1360a / ...
3h 18m
€23–37
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbfnighttrain 300
2h 52m
€32–50
Drive 286.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Altonacar 286.8 km
2h 39m
€42–60
Fly
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane BER - HAM
5h 19m
€126–323

Berlin to Altona by train

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Distance: 291 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Altona, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg-Altona hourly. Tickets cost €50–210 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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