How to get from Erfurt to Hamburg

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What is the best way to travel from Erfurt to Hamburg?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Hamburg from Erfurt. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 0m
£20
£21
1
Train
3h 52m
£23
£25
120

What is the cheapest way to reach Hamburg from Erfurt?

You can reach Hamburg with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £23
Sunday
Monday
from £20
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £22
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    18:09
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    22:44
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 38m
    0
    20:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    01:11
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 56m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:29
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 2m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    04:30
    Erfurt
    Central Bus Station
    13:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 17m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:50
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 6m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:39
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 25m
    0
    21:11
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    01:36
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 10m
    0
    21:32
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    06:42
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    18:09
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    22:01
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    04:30
    Erfurt
    Central Bus Station
    13:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

What are the fastest trips from Erfurt to Hamburg?

You can get to Hamburg from Erfurt in just 3h 52m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 4h 35m
Sunday
Monday
from 3h 52m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 9h 0m
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    18:09
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    22:44
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 38m
    0
    20:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    01:11
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 56m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:29
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 2m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    18:09
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    22:01
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 25m
    0
    21:11
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    01:36
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 6m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:39
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 17m
    0
    18:33
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    23:50
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 10m
    0
    21:32
    Erfurt
    Central Station
    06:42
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    04:30
    Erfurt
    Central Bus Station
    13:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    04:30
    Erfurt
    Central Bus Station
    13:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Erfurt to Hamburg

What are the most popular stations in Erfurt and Hamburg?

In Erfurt, you will usually depart from Central Station, Urbicher Kreuz Bus Stop or Vieselbach Train Station, while in Hamburg you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Central Station or Harburg Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hamburg from Erfurt? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Erfurt and Hamburg, you can pay as low as £20 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Hamburg in just 3h 52m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Erfurt and Hamburg are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Erfurt and Hamburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erfurt-Weimar Airport or to Hamburg Airport, and look at flights from Erfurt-Weimar Airport, and landing at Hamburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Erfurt to Hamburg?

The most popular companies between Erfurt and Hamburg, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Erfurt to Hamburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Erfurt to Hamburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Erfurt to Hamburg

How can I reach Hamburg from Erfurt?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Hamburg from Erfurt.

How far is Hamburg from Erfurt?

The distance between Erfurt and Hamburg is 293.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Erfurt and Hamburg?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Erfurt to Hamburg?

You can get to Hamburg with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hamburg in just 3h 52m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Erfurt and to Hamburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Erfurt and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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