How to get from
Cologne to Hamburg

How to travel from Cologne to Hamburg: FAQs

• How far is it from Cologne to Hamburg?

  It’s about 363 km (226 miles) from Cologne to Hamburg.

• How do I get from Cologne to Hamburg?

  You can travel from Cologne to Hamburg in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.

• What’s the fastest way to get from Cologne to Hamburg?

  The fastest way to get from Cologne to Hamburg is by Flights, with an average journey time of 4 hours 8 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 4h 21m.Buses takes on average 7h 30m.

• What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Cologne to Hamburg?

  The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hamburg is by Buses, with an average price of JPY 3,478. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around JPY 4,401 on avergae.Flights costs around JPY 27,230 on average.

• What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Cologne and Hamburg?

  For trips between Cologne and Hamburg, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cologne Airport and arrive at Hamburg Airport; Trains depart from Heumarkt, Köln and arrive at Hamburg Landungsbrücken.

• How far in advance should I book tickets from Cologne to Hamburg to get the best deal?

  Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Hamburg are typically cheapest Thursday, with an average fare of JPY 1,396. Flights from Cologne to Hamburg are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of JPY 3,478

• Are Cologne and Hamburg in the same time zone?

  There is a 0h time difference between Cologne and Hamburg.