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Hamburg London

721 km · Germany to United Kingdom · Fastest: 3h by flight

How to travel from Hamburg to London

There is 1 way to travel between Hamburg and London — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

Not practical for this route.

✈️Flight
€64–206
Duration: 3h 28m
via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, British Airways
~112 kg CO2 per passenger
🚗Car

Not practical for this route.

Where they are on the map

HamburgLondon
Hamburg and London highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

Hamburg to London — every option in detail

Hamburg to London by train

Train is not practical between Hamburg and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Hamburg and London via international airports.

Hamburg to London by bus

Bus is not practical between Hamburg and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Hamburg and London via international airports.

Hamburg to London by flight

Flights between Hamburg and London take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 28m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, British Airways.

Typical fare range is €64–206. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 112 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Hamburg to London by car

Car is not practical between Hamburg and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Hamburg and London via international airports.

About this route

The distance between Hamburg and London is approximately 721 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to London?+

The fastest way is by flight, taking around 3h 28m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamburg to London?+

Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €64. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.

Do I need to fly from Hamburg to London?+

Flying is the most practical option for this 721 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.

How far is Hamburg from London?+

The straight-line distance is approximately 721 kilometres (448 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.