How to Get from Hamburg to Lübeck
Hamburg to Lübeck is 56 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 40m by bus. The trip takes 1h 30m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Hamburg to Lübeck by price and travel time (route calculated on 10 November 2026).
- First bus at 05:15, last at 17:00
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Hamburg to Lübeck. The most useful door-to-door route takes 55m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 56 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
56 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €16Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 1h 30m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €4Omio catalogue, Sep 29 | 40mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€16Our estimate, not a fare we saw1h 30m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€4Omio catalogue, Sep 2940m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Hamburg to Lübeck: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Hamburg central → Lübeckbus
FlixBus·55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Hamburg to Lübeck
FlixBus publishes departures from 05:15 to 17:00.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 05:15 | 17:00 |
All departures
- 05:15
- 05:55
- 06:15
- 06:55
- 07:55
- 08:00
- 08:55
- 09:00
- 09:45
- 11:35
- 15:25
- 16:00
- 16:25
- 17:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 29.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusHamburg central-LübeckBook →
Deutsche BahnHamburg-Ahrensburg-GartenholzBook →Airport shuttle busAhrensburg-Gartenholz-Lübeck Blankensee AirportBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Airport shuttle bus.
How the Trip from Hamburg to Lübeck Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 10 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Hamburg central to Lübeck, about 55 min. In total it's roughly €5 over 55 min, direct, no transfers.
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Hamburg to Lübeck: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Lübeck?
Routavio's route check on 10 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 55m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Hamburg to Lübeck?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:15 and the last at 17:00, from Hamburg central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Hamburg to Lübeck leave from?
Hamburg central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lübeck from Hamburg?
About 56 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Hamburg to Lübeck cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €5. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Hamburg to Lübeck?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Hamburg to Lübeck without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Lübeck?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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 an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 10 Nov 2026