What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €15 - €28 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg is to train and fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €85 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Cathedral and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Cathedral and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

The distance between Cologne Cathedral and Hamburg is 436 km. The road distance is 419.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €30 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

The train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 4h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg bus from?

Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg train from?

Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €30 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 8h 38m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €400 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg is 419 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

Book your Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio, 12go.asia and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1615+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 7m
€30–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Hamburgrideshare 417.2 km
4h 34m
€15–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N1360a
8h 38m
€40–60
Drive 419.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne Cathedral to Hamburgcar 419.1 km
3h 39m
€78–112
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3h 29m
€89–274
Train via Rheine
1. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Rheinetrain Re
2. Take the train from Rheine to Hamburg Hbftrain Ice
6h 5m
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane CGN - HAM
5h 1m
€145–400
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3h 47m
€102–237

Cologne Cathedral to Hamburg by foot and train

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Distance: 436.4 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €70–140 and the journey takes 4h 4m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 5 times a week. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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