Hamburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Road Trip Guide & Distance

288.5 miles 464.3 km · straight line
350.8 miles actual route 564.6 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
€61 - €75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
178° S bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

The distance from Hamburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is 288.5 miles (464.3 km) as the crow flies. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located S of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 350.8 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in Germany.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamburg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. 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 Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min €61 - €75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $42–$123* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
49.38°N, 10.18°E
Europe/Berlin
425m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM