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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €28 - €40 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Stuttgart and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Stuttgart to Hamburg station. However, there are services departing from Kornwestheim and arriving at Hamburg central bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The distance between Stuttgart and Hamburg is 586 km. The road distance is 652.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg without a car is to train via Celle which takes 6h 1m and costs €120 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Hamburg bus from?

Stuttgart to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kornwestheim station.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Hamburg train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs €85 - €260. Alternatively, you can train via Celle, which costs €120 - €600 and takes 6h 1m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Hamburg bus arrive?

Stuttgart to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg central bus station.

Where does the Stuttgart to Hamburg train arrive?

Stuttgart to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Celle Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Hamburg is 652 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Stuttgart to Hamburg.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart 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 10 ways to get from Stuttgart to Hamburg by plane, train, bus, night train, car, car train, or rideshare

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Fly Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport
best
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane STR - HAM
3h 11m
€87–251
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Hamburgrideshare 651.6 km
6h 53m
€28–40
Train via Celle
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Celle Bahnhoftrain 22
2. Take the train from Celle Bahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 20 / ...
6h 1m
€128–566
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kornwestheim to Hamburg central bus stationbus FlixBus N24
9h 52m
€57–94
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Ludwigsburg to Wuerzburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the night train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 40m
€57–171
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Hamburg Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3h 51m
€98–330
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Bremen Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Bremen Airport (BRE)plane STR - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
4h 1m
€110–417
Train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 42 / ...
6h 26m
€140–600
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Hamburg Hbfcartrain
8h 28m
€106–135
Drive 652.1 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Hamburgcar 652.1 km
5h 44m
€93–135

Stuttgart to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 586.3 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Eurowings, Lufthansa, and Swiss fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf via Celle Bahnhof in around 6h 1m.

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