What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €3 - €16 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Saxony and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Lower Saxony and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

The distance between Lower Saxony and Hamburg is 177 km. The road distance is 151.8 km.

How do I travel from Lower Saxony to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Hamburg bus from?

Lower Saxony to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Hamburg train from?

Lower Saxony to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €30 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €22 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Hamburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lower Saxony to Hamburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Saxony to Hamburg is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Lower Saxony to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

Book your Lower Saxony to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

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

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1659+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Lower Saxony to Hamburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lower Saxony 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 5 ways to get from Lower Saxony to Hamburg by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
1h 21m
€30–190
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Hamburgrideshare 151.3 km
1h 53m
€3–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
2h 5m
€13–22
Drive 151.8 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Hamburgcar 151.8 km
1h 32m
€22–32
Train via Buchholz(Nordheide)
1. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Buchholz(Nordheide)train Rb
2h 27m
€34–68

Lower Saxony to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 177.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Lower Saxony, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €30–140 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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