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

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Merseburg is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Merseburg is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €70 - €160.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Merseburg?

No, there is no direct train from Hamburg to Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Merseburg Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Merseburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Merseburg is 462 km. The road distance is 329.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg to Merseburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €70 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Hamburg to Merseburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Merseburg train from?

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

Train or fly from Hamburg to Merseburg?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Merseburg is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €190 - €370 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Hamburg to Merseburg train arrive?

Hamburg to Merseburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hamburg to Merseburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Merseburg is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Hamburg to Merseburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Merseburg?

There are 774+ hotels available in Merseburg.

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There are 4 ways to get from Hamburg to Merseburg by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 18 / ...
3h 26m
€74–160
Drive 329.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamburg to Merseburgcar 329.5 km
3h 56m
€62–89
Fly
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane HAM - LEJ
5h 20m
€196–369
Train via Berlin
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
3h 37m
€66–160

Hamburg to Merseburg by train

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Distance: 462.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €70–160 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Austrian Airlines fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) 3 times a day.

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