Frankfurt to Hamburg

Frankfurt to Hamburg

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$29
 
 
$1,174

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Frankfurt to Hamburg Schedule

Frankfurt to Hamburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 00:15 - 18:20€ 53.98
CD 2nd Class Seat 02:14 - 07:59€ 267.51
CD Unreserved 1st Class Seat 04:46 - 10:14€ 540.54
FlixBus Economy 07:45 - 21:15€ 31.98
Lufthansa Economy #LH608:00 - 09:05€ 475.32
SAS Economy 11:55 - 15:45€ 174.42
FlixBus Economy 13:35 - 04:15€ 39.48
CD 2nd Class Seat 14:14 - 18:36€ 209.22
CD 2nd Class Seat 16:48 - 21:29€ 209.22
SunExpress Economy 18:35 - 15:50€ 221.34
CD 2nd Class Seat 21:14 - 02:58€ 209.22
FlixBus Economy 23:40 - 08:30€ 28.98

Transportation from Frankfurt to Hamburg

Facts about the transport from Frankfurt to Hamburg

Cheapest Transport$29
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:40 PM
Departures per day85
Distance496 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCD, Daytrip, FlixBus, Flixtrain, SAS

How to get from Frankfurt to Hamburg

When you want to get from Frankfurt 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 USD 1,173.30. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 28.88.

How far is Frankfurt from Hamburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Frankfurt to Hamburg. Your trip will be a total of 309 miles (496 km). The flying distance is 258 miles (414 km).

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

The travel time from Frankfurt to Hamburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Frankfurt 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 USD 28.88 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 USD 1,173.30.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 28.89 to USD 101.64;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 48.14 - USD 63.12. From Frankfurt to Hamburg starting from 00:15 Frankfurt Airport until 10:30 Frankfurt Central
  • Train tickets - USD 219.32 to USD 582.00;
  • flight price: USD 235.37. From Frankfurt to Hamburg starting from 15:25 Frankfurt Airport until 15:25 Frankfurt Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,021.70 to USD 1,173.62.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 40 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 00:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:40. There are 21 available bus trips every day.
  • 4 by flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg starting from 15:25 Frankfurt Airport until 15:25 Frankfurt Airport
  • 4 by Bus+Train from Frankfurt to Hamburg starting from 00:15 Frankfurt Airport until 10:30 Frankfurt Central
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Frankfurt to Hamburg any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Frankfurt 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 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 USD 1,021.70.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Frankfurt to Hamburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Frankfurt 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.