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

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg (State) to Berlin is to rideshare which costs €9 - €22 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg (State) to Berlin is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs €35 - €220.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

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

The distance between Hamburg (State) and Berlin is 285 km. The road distance is 282.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg (State) to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs €35 - €220.

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

The train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Hamburg (State) to Berlin?

The best way to get from Hamburg (State) to Berlin is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs €35 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 15m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Hamburg (State) to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg (State) to Berlin is 282 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Hamburg (State) to Berlin.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2677+ hotels available in Berlin.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
1h 48m
€35–220
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hamburg to Berlinrideshare 280.5 km
3h 20m
€9–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 050 / ...
3h 15m
€24–40
Drive 282.2 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Berlincar 282.2 km
2h 32m
€41–59

Hamburg (State) to Berlin by train

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Distance: 285.1 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €50–220 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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