What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State) is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €30 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Hamburg (State)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Hamburg (State)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

The distance between Berlin and Hamburg (State) is 285 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Hamburg (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State) without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €30 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

The train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Hamburg (State) bus from?

Berlin to Hamburg (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Hamburg (State) train from?

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

Train or bus from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

The best way to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State) is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €30 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Berlin to Hamburg (State) bus arrive?

Berlin to Hamburg (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Berlin to Hamburg (State) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Hamburg (State) is 283 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Berlin to Hamburg (State).

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

Book your Berlin to Hamburg (State) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

Book your Berlin to Hamburg (State) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hamburg (State)?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Hamburg (State).

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Hamburg (State)?

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

Berlin to Hamburg (State) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Hamburg (State) by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 28 / ...
1h 47m
€30–220
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 050 / ...
3h 15m
€24–40
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Hamburgcar 283.1 km
2h 35m
€41–59

Berlin to Hamburg (State) by train

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Distance: 285.1 km
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Hamburg (State), Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €50–220 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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