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How to get from Hamburg to Athens?

Planning to travel to Hamburg from Athens and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Hamburg to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Hamburg and Athens, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

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

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Hamburg to Athens, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Hamburg Athens trip.

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

Hamburg Athens ferry tickets

The ferry between Hamburg and Athens is a great transportation option for travelers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Bus tickets from Hamburg to Athens

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 tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Hamburg Athens train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Hamburg to Athens cheap flights

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

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Hamburg to Athens transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Hamburg Athens Travel Information

Departure city
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 transportation options like 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 in a few clicks the tickets between Hamburg and Athens that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like 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 different ways to travel between Hamburg and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Hamburg to Athens?
Accessibility The train stations in Hamburg or Athens are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost Hamburg Athens train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Hamburg to Athens?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Hamburg and Athens are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Comfort Hamburg-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by ferry from Hamburg to Athens?
Pleasant experience Ferry crossings between Hamburg and Athens are in themselves a very pleasant travel experience, often offering panoramic views of the sea or coastline.
Flexibility Ferry departure times between Hamburg and Athens may be more limited than other modes of transportation, 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 from Hamburg to Athens have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transportation.

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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Departure stations in Hamburg

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 length of the ferry journey depends mainly on the ferry company you take.

Most ferry companies offer Wi-Fi on board the ferry from Hamburg to Athens, but it may come at an additional cost. It is therefore recommended that you check with the respective company to see if Wi-Fi is available and if there is a charge.

This depends a lot on the time of year you want 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 transportation.

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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Bus Hamburg Athens

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

Most buses between Hamburg and Athens are new and offer on-board power outlets 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 running 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 transportation between Hamburg and Athens.

Train companies between Hamburg and 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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