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

The cheapest way to get from Varel to Hamburg is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varel to Hamburg is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Varel and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Varel station to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Oldenburg central bus station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Varel and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct train from Varel to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Varel Bahnhof and arriving at Hamburg Hbf via Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Varel to Hamburg?

The distance between Varel and Hamburg is 189 km. The road distance is 162.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Varel to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Varel to Hamburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varel to Hamburg bus from?

Varel to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Oldenburg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Varel to Hamburg train from?

Varel to Hamburg train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Varel Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Varel to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Varel to Hamburg is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €50 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Varel to Hamburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Varel to Hamburg train arrive?

Varel to Hamburg train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Varel to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Varel to Hamburg is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Varel to Hamburg.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varel Bahnhof to Bremen Hbftrain Rs3
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 5m
€50–74
Drive 162.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Varel to Hamburgcar 162.1 km
2h 30m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oldenburg central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N44 / ...
3h 51m
€42–50
Train via Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf
1. Take the train from Varel Bahnhof to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain Rs3
2. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain Rs3
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 8m
€53–103
Train via Hamburg Dammtor
1. Take the train from Varel Bahnhof to Bremen Hbftrain Rs3
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain 42 / ...
2h 36m
€50–74

Varel to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 189.1 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Varel Bahnhof to Hamburg Hbf via Bremen Hbf in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Oldenburg central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 4 times a day. Tickets cost €13–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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