What is the best way to travel from Heilbronn to Hamburg?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Hamburg from Heilbronn. 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Hamburg from Heilbronn?
You can reach Hamburg with just £28 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.
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus12h 5m019:30HeilbronnCentral Station07:35HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 19:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
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FlixBus12h 5m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station22:30HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 13/12/2025 22:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn9h 23m021:48HeilbronnCentral Station07:11HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 21:48:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 07:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 39m023:57HeilbronnCentral Station08:36HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 23:57:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 08:36:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 41m005:30HeilbronnCentral Station11:11HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 05:30:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 15/12/2025 11:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 41m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus18h 35m000:10HeilbronnCentral Station18:45HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 00:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 18:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 35m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn9h 58m021:06HeilbronnCentral Station07:04HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 21:06:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 58m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 18m023:57HeilbronnCentral Station09:15HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 23:57:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 39m004:55HeilbronnCentral Station12:34HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:55:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 52m005:30HeilbronnCentral Station12:22HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 05:30:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus11h 10m019:50HeilbronnCentral Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 19:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 19/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 19/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Heilbronn to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg from Heilbronn in just 5h 41m 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.
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus12h 5m019:30HeilbronnCentral Station07:35HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 19:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
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FlixBus12h 5m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station22:30HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 13/12/2025 22:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 13/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 41m005:30HeilbronnCentral Station11:11HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 05:30:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 15/12/2025 11:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 39m023:57HeilbronnCentral Station08:36HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 23:57:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 08:36:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 23m021:48HeilbronnCentral Station07:11HamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 15/12/2025 21:48:00 to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 07:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 23m
Fastest Trains Monday
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
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FlixBus15h 50m015:10HeilbronnCentral Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 16/12/2025 15:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 52m005:30HeilbronnCentral Station12:22HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 05:30:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 39m004:55HeilbronnCentral Station12:34HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:55:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 39m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 18m023:57HeilbronnCentral Station09:15HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 23:57:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 58m021:06HeilbronnCentral Station07:04HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 21:06:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 58m
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus11h 10m019:50HeilbronnCentral Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 19:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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FlixBus13h 50m011:10HeilbronnCentral Station01:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 18/12/2025 11:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Fastest Trains Thursday
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus10h 40m020:20HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station07:00HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 19/12/2025 20:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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FlixBus12h 50m010:25HeilbronnNeckarsulm Train Station23:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Neckarsulm Train Station, Heilbronn (Germany) at 19/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Heilbronn to Hamburg
What are the most popular stations in Heilbronn and Hamburg?
In Heilbronn, you will usually depart from Central Station, Neckarsulm Train Station or Rathaus Train Station, while in Hamburg you will be arriving at Central Station, Dammtor Train Station or Central Bus 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 Heilbronn? With 5 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 Heilbronn and Hamburg, you can pay as low as £28 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 5h 41m.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 Heilbronn and Hamburg are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, 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 Heilbronn 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 Weinsberg or to Hamburg Airport, and look at flights from , 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 Heilbronn to Hamburg?
The most popular companies between Heilbronn and Hamburg, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. 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 Heilbronn to Hamburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Heilbronn 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 Heilbronn to Hamburg
How can I reach Hamburg from Heilbronn?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Hamburg from Heilbronn.
How far is Hamburg from Heilbronn?
The distance between Heilbronn and Hamburg is 493.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Heilbronn 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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 84 kgs, and a flight 121 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Heilbronn to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg with just £28 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Heilbronn 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 5h 41m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Heilbronn and to Hamburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Heilbronn and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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