What is the best way to travel from Halle (Saale) to Hamburg?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights, Carpool, Buses and Trains to Hamburg from Halle (Saale). Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Hamburg from Halle (Saale)?
You can reach Hamburg with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, 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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Deutsche Bahn7h 13m000:45Halle (Saale)Central Station07:58HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 00:45:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 07:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 15m019:14Halle (Saale)Central Station23:29HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 19:14:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 23:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 10m023:15Halle (Saale)Central Station07:25HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 23:15:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus6h 10m006:05Halle (Saale)Central Bus Station12:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 06:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Lufthansa13h 30m018:35Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport08:05Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lufthansa goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 18:35:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £190 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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Norwegian Air UK6h 40m005:40Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport12:20Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Norwegian Air UK goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 05:40:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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Eurowings19h 25m017:25Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport12:50Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 17:25:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £335 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 25m
Cheapest Flights Monday
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m013:10Halle (Saale)16:50Hamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 04/08/2026 13:10:00 to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Cheapest Carpool Tuesday
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FlixBus6h 10m006:05Halle (Saale)Central Bus Station12:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 05/08/2026 06:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/08/2026 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m013:30Halle (Saale)17:30Hamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 06/08/2026 13:30:00 to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 06/08/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Halle (Saale) to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg from Halle (Saale) in just 3h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. 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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Deutsche Bahn4h 15m019:14Halle (Saale)Central Station23:29HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 19:14:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 23:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 13m000:45Halle (Saale)Central Station07:58HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 00:45:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 07:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 10m023:15Halle (Saale)Central Station07:25HamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 23:15:00 to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus6h 10m006:05Halle (Saale)Central Bus Station12:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 02/08/2026 06:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 02/08/2026 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Air Dolomiti5h 40m010:20Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport16:00Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Air Dolomiti goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 10:20:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £345 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Norwegian Air UK6h 40m005:40Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport12:20Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Norwegian Air UK goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 05:40:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £256 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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Lufthansa13h 30m018:35Leipzig/Halle AirportLeipzig/Halle Airport08:05Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lufthansa goes from Leipzig/Halle Airport, Leipzig/Halle Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 18:35:00 to Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Airport (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £190 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Fastest Flights Monday
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m013:10Halle (Saale)16:50Hamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 04/08/2026 13:10:00 to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Fastest Carpool Tuesday
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FlixBus6h 10m006:05Halle (Saale)Central Bus Station12:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 05/08/2026 06:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/08/2026 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m013:30Halle (Saale)17:30Hamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Halle (Saale) (Germany) at 06/08/2026 13:30:00 to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 06/08/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
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Bus from Halle (Saale) to Hamburg
What are the most popular stations in Halle (Saale) and Hamburg?
In Halle (Saale), you will usually depart from Messe Train Station, Trotha Train Station or Central 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 Halle (Saale)? With 2 connections between 3 Flight, Carpool, Bus and Train 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 Halle (Saale) and Hamburg, you can pay as low as £15 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Hamburg in just 3h 40m.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 Halle (Saale) and Hamburg are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, 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 Halle (Saale) 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 Reideburg or to Hamburg Airport, and look at flights from Leipzig/Halle 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 Halle (Saale) to Hamburg?
The most popular companies between Halle (Saale) and Hamburg, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
Airlines: Lufthansa, Norwegian Air UK, Eurowings and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Halle (Saale) to Hamburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Halle (Saale) 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 Halle (Saale) to Hamburg
How can I reach Hamburg from Halle (Saale)?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Flight, Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Hamburg from Halle (Saale).
How far is Hamburg from Halle (Saale)?
The distance between Halle (Saale) and Hamburg is 264.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Halle (Saale) 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Halle (Saale) to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Halle (Saale) 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 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Halle (Saale) and to Hamburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Halle (Saale) and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
