Hamburg to Prague: Road Trip Guide & Distance

306 miles 492.4 km · straight line
397.7 miles actual route 640 km · driving distance
6h 22min estimated drive time
€69 - €84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
140° SE bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Prague?

The distance from Hamburg to Prague is 306 miles (492.4 km) as the crow flies. Prague is located SE of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 397.7 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Hamburg is in Germany, while Prague is in Czech Republic.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamburg and Prague. 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 Prague

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 22min €69 - €84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 38min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~6h 3min $48–$139* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Prague

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
Prague
50.08°N, 14.44°E
Europe/Prague
235m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM