Route guide

Hamburg → Tallinn

1114 km · Germany to Estonia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €37+ by bus

How to travel from Hamburg to Tallinn

There are 4 ways to travel between Hamburg and Tallinn — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€82–240

Duration: 9h 17m

via Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Elron

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€37–98

Duration: 15h 55m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~31 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€80–254

Duration: 3h 59m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~174 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€134–245

Duration: 12h 22m

~189 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Hamburg and Tallinn highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1114 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Germany into Estonia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Hamburg to Tallinn — every option in detail

Hamburg to Tallinn by train

Trains link Hamburg (Germany) and Tallinn (Estonia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 17m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Elron.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €82 to €240. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 16 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 174 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~158 kg on this distance.

Hamburg to Tallinn by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Hamburg and Tallinn with a typical journey of 15h 55m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €37 when booked in advance, rising to €98 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Hamburg to Tallinn by flight

Flights between Hamburg and Tallinn take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 59m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €80–254. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 174 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Hamburg to Tallinn by car

The driving distance from Hamburg to Tallinn is approximately 1281 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 22m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €134–245 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–Estonia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 189 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Hamburg and Tallinn is approximately 1114 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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