What is the best way to travel from Ingolstadt to Hamburg?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Hamburg from Ingolstadt. 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 Ingolstadt?
You can reach Hamburg with just £29 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 Bahn9h 33m018:56IngolstadtCentral Station04:29HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 18:56:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 09/09/2026 04:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 31m004:51IngolstadtCentral Station11:22HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 04:51:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 44m006:57IngolstadtCentral Station12:41HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 06:57:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 12:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 58m014:56IngolstadtCentral Station20:54HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 14:56:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 20:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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FlixBus13h 25m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station13:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 09/09/2026 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus13h 25m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station13:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 09/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 10/09/2026 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus16h 45m014:05IngolstadtCentral Station06:50HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 10/09/2026 14:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/09/2026 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
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FlixBus12h 31m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station12:21HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 10/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/09/2026 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus16h 45m014:05IngolstadtCentral Station06:50HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 13/09/2026 14:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/09/2026 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
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FlixBus12h 31m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station12:21HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 13/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/09/2026 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Ingolstadt to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg from Ingolstadt in just 5h 44m 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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Deutsche Bahn5h 44m006:57IngolstadtCentral Station12:41HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 06:57:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 12:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 58m014:56IngolstadtCentral Station20:54HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 14:56:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 20:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 31m004:51IngolstadtCentral Station11:22HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 04:51:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/09/2026 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 33m018:56IngolstadtCentral Station04:29HamburgAltona Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 18:56:00 to Altona Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 09/09/2026 04:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 33m
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FlixBus13h 25m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station13:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 08/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 09/09/2026 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus13h 25m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station13:15HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 09/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 10/09/2026 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus12h 31m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station12:21HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 10/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/09/2026 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
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FlixBus16h 45m014:05IngolstadtCentral Station06:50HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 10/09/2026 14:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/09/2026 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus12h 31m023:50IngolstadtCentral Station12:21HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 13/09/2026 23:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/09/2026 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
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FlixBus16h 45m014:05IngolstadtCentral Station06:50HamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 13/09/2026 14:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 14/09/2026 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Ingolstadt to Hamburg
What are the most popular stations in Ingolstadt and Hamburg?
In Ingolstadt, you will usually depart from North Station, Village Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Hamburg you will be arriving at Dammtor Train Station, Central 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 Ingolstadt? With 2 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 Ingolstadt and Hamburg, you can pay as low as £29 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Hamburg in just 5h 44m.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 Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt 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 Gaimersheim 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 Ingolstadt to Hamburg?
The most popular companies between Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt to Hamburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt to Hamburg
How can I reach Hamburg from Ingolstadt?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Hamburg from Ingolstadt.
How far is Hamburg from Ingolstadt?
The distance between Ingolstadt and Hamburg is 541.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ingolstadt 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 15 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 92 kgs, and a flight 133 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ingolstadt to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg with just £29 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Ingolstadt 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 44m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Ingolstadt and to Hamburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ingolstadt and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
