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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £287.
Distance: 606 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £287 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Passau:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Passau costing on average £93.
A coach is £225 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Passau costing on average £287.
Other travel options to Passau take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 10m.
Coach takes on average 13h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (6h 40m by train vs 8h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £93 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 Passau from Hamburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Hamburg to Passau 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 Passau are Regensburg, Linz, Munich, Wels and Salzburg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Passau on Omio.
Regensburg is known for its remarkably preserved medieval old town on the Danube, shaped by Roman roots and mercantile wealth. The cathedral, Stone Bridge and lively student atmosphere give it a historic yet easy-going character.
Linz blends an industrial heritage with a forward-looking cultural scene on the Danube. It is best known for Ars Electronica, while the Altstadt and Pöstlingberg give the city a more traditional character.
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.
Wels is an Upper Austrian city known for its Roman past, trade fairs and attractive old centre. Around the Stadtplatz, arcaded houses, Burg Wels and cafés give it a calm but active character.
Salzburg is known for Mozart, Baroque architecture and a striking setting between the Salzach and the Alps. Its compact Altstadt feels elegant and atmospheric, with church domes, fortress views and a strong café culture.
Travel to Passau 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 Passau.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Passau:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Passau costing on average £93.
A coach is £225 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Passau costing on average £287.
Other travel options to Passau take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 10m.
Coach takes on average 13h 34m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Passau as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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