Hamburg to Stockholm: Road Trip Guide & Distance

503.7 miles 810.7 km · straight line
693.3 miles actual route 1115.8 km · driving distance
12h 21min estimated drive time
€120 - €147 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Stockholm?

The distance from Hamburg to Stockholm is 503.7 miles (810.7 km) as the crow flies. Stockholm is located NE of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 693.3 miles, taking about 12h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Hamburg is in Germany, while Stockholm is in Sweden.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Stockholm. 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 Stockholm

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 21min €120 - €147 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 49min $55–$104* Budget
Train ~16h 3min $83–$243* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Stockholm

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
Stockholm
59.33°N, 18.07°E
Europe/Stockholm
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 168 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM