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How to get from Hamburg to Athens?

Are you planning to travel to Athens from Hamburg and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Hamburg to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Hamburg and Athens, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, Hellenic Train, FlixBus or Aegean Airlines), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Hamburg and Athens, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Hamburg Athens trip.

For your trip from Hamburg to Athens, you have several transport options

Hamburg to Athens ferry

The ferry between Hamburg and Athens is an interesting transport option for travellers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Hamburg to Athens bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Hamburg to Athens, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Hamburg to Athens train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Hamburg Athens train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Hamburg Athens

Many flights connect Hamburg to Athens every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Athens in record time.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Hamburg to Athens transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Hamburg Athens

City of departure
Hamburg
Germany
Hamburg
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
1258 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by flights
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Plan your trip from Hamburg to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Hamburg to Athens easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Hamburg and Athens that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, Hellenic Train, FlixBus or Aegean Airlines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Hamburg and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Hamburg and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Hamburg to Athens?
Accessibility Train stations in Hamburg or Athens are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Cost Hamburg Athens train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Hamburg to Athens?
On-board services Modern buses between Hamburg and Athens are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Comfort Hamburg-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by ferry from Hamburg to Athens?
Pleasant experience Ferry journeys between Hamburg and Athens are in themselves a very pleasant travel experience, often offering panoramic views of the sea or coastline.
Flexibility The departure times for ferries between Hamburg and Athens may be more limited than for other modes of transport, which can make planning a trip to Athens more difficult.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Hamburg to Athens?
Speed Flying between Hamburg and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 1258 mi between Hamburg and Athens.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Hamburg Athens have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.

Where to start from in Hamburg? Where do I arrive in Athens?

Hamburg departure bus stations

Hamburg - Zentral Omnibus Bahnhof (ZOB)
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Hamburg-Harburg
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Hamburg Departure Stations

Hamburg Dammtor
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Hamburg Hbf
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Hamburg-Altona
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Hamburg-Harburg
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Departure airports in Hamburg

Fuhlsbuettel
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Athens Arrival Ports

Athens Piraeus E6
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Athens Piraeus E1
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Athens Piraeus E3
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Athens Arrival Stations

Athens / Αθήνα
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SKA (Rail center of Acharnes)
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Ferry Hamburg Athens

Please note that there is no direct ferry connection between Hamburg and Athens. The duration of the ferry journey depends mainly on the ferry company you use.

Most ferry companies offer Wi-Fi on board the ferry from Hamburg to Athens, but this may incur additional costs. It is therefore advisable to check with the company concerned whether Wi-Fi is available and whether charges apply.

This depends very much on the time of year you wish to travel between Hamburg and Athens. Please note that there is no direct ferry service between Hamburg and Athens and you will need to combine the trip to Athens with another mode of transport.

Ferry Companies Hamburg Athens

Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos
ANEK Lines
ANEK Lines
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries
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coach Hamburg Athens

The duration of the bus journey between Hamburg and Athens usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Athens for your travel date.

Most buses between Hamburg and Athens are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Hamburg-Athens bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Hamburg Athens

FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Hamburg Athens

The average train journey time from Hamburg to Athens depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Athens are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Hamburg to Athens at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Hamburg to Athens. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Hamburg and Athens.

Train companies from Hamburg to Athens

ÖBB
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
Hellenic Train
Hellenic Train
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Flights Hamburg Athens

Airlines Hamburg Athens

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Easyjet
Easyjet
Atlasjet
Atlasjet
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Sunexpress
Sunexpress
Germanwings
Germanwings
Air Berlin
Air Berlin
Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
Pegasus
Pegasus
Ryanair
Ryanair
Niki Airlines
Niki Airlines
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