Hamburg to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hamburg from Vienna?

The distance from Hamburg to Vienna is 461.8 miles (743.2 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located SE of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 605.7 miles, taking about 10h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Hamburg is in Germany, while Vienna is in Austria.

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 Vienna. 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.