What is the cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Chemnitz and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chemnitz central bus station station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chemnitz and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct train from Chemnitz to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Chemnitz Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

The distance between Chemnitz and Hamburg is 533 km. The road distance is 434.4 km.

How do I travel from Chemnitz to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €95 - €380.

How long does it take to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Hamburg bus from?

Chemnitz to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chemnitz central bus station.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Hamburg train from?

Chemnitz to Hamburg train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Chemnitz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €95 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Chemnitz to Hamburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chemnitz to Hamburg train arrive?

Chemnitz to Hamburg train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Chemnitz to Hamburg is 434 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Chemnitz to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

Book your Chemnitz to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

Book your Chemnitz to Hamburg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Chemnitz to Hamburg?

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

Chemnitz to Hamburg - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chemnitz to Hamburg by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chemnitz Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 43m
€95–371
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chemnitz to Hamburgrideshare 433.5 km
5h 13m
€19–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
7h 15m
€40–70
Train to Dresden Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chemnitz Hbf to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DRS - HAM
6h 20m
€201–381
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Chemnitz Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Magdeburg-Neustadttrain
3. Take the train from Magdeburg-Neustadt to Uelzentrain
4. Take the train from Uelzen to Winsen(Luhe)train Re / ...
7h 21m
€106–231
Drive 434.4 km
1. Drive from Chemnitz to Hamburgcar 434.4 km
4h 42m
€63–90
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chemnitz Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane LEJ - HAM
6h 10m
€172–379
Bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Praguebus
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane PRG - HAM
6h 24m
€86–244

Chemnitz to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 532.9 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Chemnitz, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Chemnitz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf via Leipzig Hbf in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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