How to get to Cardiff from Hamburg

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Compare coach and flight for Hamburg to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £113, while a flight costs an average of £291.

Distance: 921 km

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£113

Average Price

Cheapest

£291

Average Price

£110

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(fuel + tolls)

23h 22m

Average total duration

22h 52m

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30m

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4h 22m

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2h 22m

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2h 0m

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13h 58m

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(door-to-door)

0.9 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

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2.8 - 5.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Cardiff is a coach with an average price of £113.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Cardiff:

A coach is £178 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Cardiff costing on average £291.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Cardiff is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Coach takes on average 23h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg and Cardiff including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £113 compared to roughly £110 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£3. The journey takes 22h 52m versus 13h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Hamburg to Cardiff

How to get to Cardiff from Hamburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Hamburg to Cardiff is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:3027h10
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:40Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £681One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:3027h10
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:40Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £681One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    15:0124h14
    Hamburg Harburg
    14:15Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £1101One-way
    2 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    20:0027h55
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    22:55Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £711One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    22:1027h35
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    0:45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £761One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    19:3930h06
    Hamburg Hbf
    0:45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    £771One-way
    2 changes

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Best day trips from Cardiff by train

The most popular day trips by train from Cardiff are Bristol, Bath, Swansea, Newport and Cheltenham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cardiff on Omio.

A view of Bristol

Day trip from Cardiff to Bristol by train

Why visit Bristol for the day?

Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.

A view of Bath

Day trip from Cardiff to Bath by train

Why visit Bath for the day?

Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.

A view of Swansea

Day trip from Cardiff to Swansea by train

Why visit Swansea for the day?

Swansea is known for its sweeping bay, maritime past and connection to Dylan Thomas. The city mixes a practical urban centre with a waterfront feel and quick access to the Gower coast.

A view of Newport

Day trip from Cardiff to Newport by train

Why visit Newport for the day?

Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.

A view of Cheltenham

Day trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham by train

Why visit Cheltenham for the day?

Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.

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FAQs: Hamburg to Cardiff

Travel to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Cardiff.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Hamburg and Cardiff including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Cardiff is a coach with an average price of £113.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Cardiff:

A coach is £178 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Cardiff costing on average £291.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Cardiff is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Coach takes on average 23h 22m.

The Hamburg to Cardiff distance is approximately 921 km.
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Cardiff is:
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Cardiff as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Cardiff:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Cardiff Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM to go to Cardiff by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cardiff by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Cardiff often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Bristol, Edinburgh, Bristol Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cardiff and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hamburg to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.

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