Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg (HAM)

Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg (HAM)

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How to get from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg

When you want to get from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 1,096.70. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 24.99.

How far is Frankfurt Airport from Hamburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg. Your trip will be a total of 816 miles (1312 km). The flying distance is 2378 miles (3826 km).

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg?

The travel time from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg?

The cost of the trip from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 24.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as EUR 1,096.70.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 25.00 to EUR 60.00;
  • Bus+Train price: EUR 37.00 - EUR 42.00. From Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg starting from 00:15 Frankfurt Airport until 01:40 Frankfurt Airport
  • flight price: EUR 257.00 - EUR 300.00. From Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg starting from 09:10 Frankfurt Airport until 15:25 Frankfurt Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 968.00 to EUR 1,097.00.

How many trips per day are there between Frankfurt Airport and Hamburg?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:15. There are 9 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by Bus+Train from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg starting from 00:15 Frankfurt Airport until 01:40 Frankfurt Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 968.00.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg

Facts about the transport from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg

Cheapest Transport€25
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day19
Distance1312 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlitalia, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FlixTrain, SAS