Hamburg to Munich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

380.5 miles 612.4 km · straight line
482.1 miles actual route 775.9 km · driving distance
7h 43min estimated drive time
€83 - €102 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
169° S bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Munich?

The distance from Hamburg to Munich is 380.5 miles (612.4 km) as the crow flies. Munich is located S of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.1 miles, taking about 7h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in Germany.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamburg and Munich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hamburg to Munich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 43min €83 - €102 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 16min $39–$72* Budget
Train ~7h 20min $58–$169* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Munich

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 127 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM