How to get from Frankfurt to Hamburg
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Hamburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 393 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busFrankfurt → Hamburg central
FlixBus
How the trip from Frankfurt to Hamburg works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Frankfurt to Hamburg central, about 6h 23m. In total it's roughly EUR 40 over 7h 10m, direct, no transfers. The total runs door to door, so about 47 min of it is getting to the stop and waiting, not riding.
Who runs Frankfurt to Hamburg
The Frankfurt to Hamburg route is operated by FlixBus. You book directly with them; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Frankfurt to Hamburg: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Hamburg?
The most useful route takes about 7h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Hamburg from Frankfurt?
About 393 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Hamburg cost?
The best price in our latest search was €40. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Hamburg?
This route is run by FlixBus. You book directly with them.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Hamburg?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or a trusted partner. We never add a booking fee, so the price you see is the price you pay there.
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