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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kempten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a flight costs an average of £320.
Distance: 651 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£118 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £320 Average Price | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 41m Average total duration 15h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Hamburg to Kempten, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Kempten:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average £118.
A coach is £265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average £320.
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Coach takes on average 15h 41m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (7h 23m by train vs 8h 1m by car). Tickets start at around £118 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Kempten from Hamburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Hamburg to Kempten is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Kempten are Munich, Ulm, Augsburg, Innsbruck and Lindau (Bodensee). Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kempten on Omio.
Munich is Bavaria’s capital, known for historic squares, beer halls and strong museum collections. Around Marienplatz and the Residenz, it feels elegant and traditional, while districts like Schwabing give it a more relaxed edge.
Ulm, on the Danube, is known for Ulm Minster and the world’s tallest church spire. Its compact centre pairs medieval corners and canalside areas with striking modern architecture.
Augsburg is known for its Roman origins, Renaissance centre and the Fugger family’s influence. Canals, water towers and the Fuggerei give the city a historic feel shaped by Swabian culture.
Innsbruck is a compact Tyrolean city known for its imperial Old Town, the Golden Roof and its striking Alpine backdrop. It combines Habsburg history with a lively student atmosphere and a strong connection to skiing and hiking.
Lindau on Lake Constance is known for its island old town, harbour lighthouse and views across the water to the Alps. Grand historic buildings and a calm lakefront setting give it a relaxed southern German character.
Travel to Kempten 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 Kempten.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Kempten:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average £118.
A coach is £265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average £320.
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Coach takes on average 15h 41m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Kempten as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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