There are 10 ways to get from Dortmund to Hamburg by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
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Train • 2h 49m
- Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 39 / ...
$140 - $270
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Rideshare • 3h 39m
- Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Hamburg 344.6 km
$17 - $40
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Bus • 4h 30m
- Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOB 198 / ...
$26 - $35
Train via Hamm(Westf)Hbf • 4h 31m
- Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Hamburg Hbf Ec
$164 - $302
Night train • 3h 18m
- Take the night train from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 39 / ...
$90 - $130
Drive • 2h 51m
- Drive from Dortmund to Hamburg 345.5 km
$75 - $120
Train to Dusseldorf, fly • 3h 28m
- Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
- Fly from Dusseldorf (DUS) to Hamburg (HAM) DUS - HAM
$91 - $420
Train to Cologne Bonn, fly • 4h 10m
- Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Deutz Messe/Deutz Bf
- Fly from Cologne Bonn (CGN) to Hamburg (HAM) CGN - HAM
$100 - $357
Train to Muenster, fly • 6h 25m
- Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhof
- Fly from Muenster (FMO) to Hamburg (HAM) FMO - HAM
$196 - $529
Train to Frankfurt, fly • 6h
- Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurt
- Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg (HAM) FRA - HAM
$180 - $548
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Questions & Answers
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The cost-effective way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg is to rideshare, which costs $17 - $40 and takes 3h 39m.
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What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The quickest way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg is to train which costs $140 - $270 and takes 2h 49m.
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Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Hamburg?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.
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Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Hamburg?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
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How far is it from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The distance between Dortmund and Hamburg is 284 km. The road distance is 345.5 km.
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How do I travel from Dortmund to Hamburg without a car?
The best way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $140 - $270.
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How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The train from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.
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Where do I catch the Dortmund to Hamburg bus from?
Dortmund to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
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Where do I catch the Dortmund to Hamburg train from?
Dortmund to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
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Train or bus from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The best way to get from Dortmund to Hamburg is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $140 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $35 and takes 4h 30m.
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- Distance: 283.6 km
- Duration: 2h 49m
What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost $85 - $120 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOB every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26 - $35 and the journey takes 4h 30m.
Airlines
Websitelufthansa.comFlights from Muenster to Hamburg via FrankfurtAve. Duration3h 18mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$220 - $1,000Flights from Muenster to Hamburg via MunichAve. Duration4h 7mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$220 - $1,000Flights from Muenster to Hamburg via Munich, FrankfurtAve. Duration5h 12mWhenTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and SundayEstimated price$220 - $1,000Flights from Muenster to Hamburg via Frankfurt, MunichAve. Duration5h 45mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$220 - $1,000Flights from Frankfurt to HamburgAve. Duration1h 5mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$110 - $600
Websiteeurowings.comFlights from Dusseldorf to HamburgAve. Duration1h 1mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$90 - $340Flights from Cologne Bonn to HamburgAve. Duration1h 5mWhenMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayEstimated price$65 - $340
Train operators
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact DetailsPhone+49 0180 6 99 66 33Websitebahn.comTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg HbfAve. Duration2h 49mFrequencyEvery 3 hoursEstimated price$85 - $120WebsiteDeutsche BahnTrain from Dortmund Hbf to D-Flughafen BfAve. Duration45 minFrequencyEvery 4 hoursEstimated price$28 - $40WebsiteDeutsche BahnTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Deutz Messe/Deutz BfAve. Duration1h 13mFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$35 - $55WebsiteDeutsche BahnTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Münster HauptbahnhofAve. Duration38 minFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$28 - $40WebsiteDeutsche BahnTrain from Dortmund Hbf to FrankfurtAve. Duration3h 23mFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$75 - $110WebsiteDeutsche BahnICE 3
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The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact DetailsPhone+41 51 220 11 11Websitesbb.chTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg HbfAve. Duration2h 51mFrequencyTwice dailyEstimated price$140 - $270WebsiteSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)Train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Hamburg HbfAve. Duration3h 13mFrequency5 times a weekEstimated price$140 - $260WebsiteSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)Train from Dortmund Hbf to Muenster(Westf)HbfAve. Duration29 minFrequencyTwice dailyEstimated price$35 - $70WebsiteSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)Train at Zurich station
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Phone0221 13 999 444Websitenationalexpress.deTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenAve. Duration48 minFrequencyEvery 15 minutesEstimated price$21 - $27WebsiteNational Express RailTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12Ave. Duration1h 49mFrequencyEvery 30 minutesEstimated price$35 - $45WebsiteNational Express RailTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Muenster(Westf)HbfAve. Duration41 minFrequencyTwice a weekEstimated price$21 - $26WebsiteNational Express Rail
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Phone0180 6 9 27 37 27Emailinfo@eurobahn.deWebsiteeurobahn.deTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenAve. Duration59 minFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$6 - $9WebsiteEurobahnTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Münster HauptbahnhofAve. Duration51 minFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$6 - $9WebsiteEurobahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact DetailsPhone+49 30 311682904Websitebahn.comTrain from Dortmund Hbf to D-Flughafen BfAve. Duration1h 15mFrequencyEvery 30 minutesEstimated price$16 - $23WebsiteDeutsche Bahn RegionalRegional Express (RE)
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Phone0800 223 5546Websiteabellio.deTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenAve. Duration45 minFrequency5 times a dayWebsiteAbellioTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzAve. Duration1h 21mFrequency4 times a weekWebsiteAbellio
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Phone+32 70 66 77 88Websitethalys.comTrain from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenAve. Duration1h 4mFrequency6 times a weekEstimated price$60 - $110WebsiteThalysStandard$60 - $85Comfort$75 - $100Premium$80 - $110
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Bus operators
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBusContact DetailsPhone+49 30 300 137 300Emailservice@flixbus.comWebsiteflixbus.deBus from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOBAve. Duration4h 30mFrequencyEvery 4 hoursEstimated price$26 - $35Websiteflixbus.co.ukFrequently asked questionsIs there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Other operators
Phone+3 318 576 2228Websiteblablacar.comRideshare from Dortmund to HamburgAve. Duration3h 39mFrequencyHourlyEstimated price$17 - $40Book atblablacar.co.uk
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How long is the flight from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The quickest flight from Dusseldorf Airport to Hamburg Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h.
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Where does the Dortmund to Hamburg bus arrive?
Dortmund to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOB station.
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Where does the Dortmund to Hamburg train arrive?
Dortmund to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
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Can I drive from Dortmund to Hamburg?
Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Hamburg is 346 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Dortmund to Hamburg.
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Which airlines fly from Dusseldorf Airport to Hamburg Airport?
Eurowings offers flights from Dusseldorf Airport to Hamburg Airport.
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How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg?
Book your Dortmund to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.
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How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg?
Book your Dortmund to Hamburg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
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Where can I stay near Hamburg?
There are 370+ hotels available in Hamburg. Prices start at $125 CAD per night.
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Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Hamburg?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund and Hamburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.