Hamburg to York, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

453.1 miles 729.2 km · straight line
543.7 miles estimated 875 km · driving distance
10h 56min estimated drive time
€94 - €116 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from Hamburg to York, United Kingdom is 453.1 miles (729.2 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located W of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 543.7 miles, taking about 10h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Hamburg is in Germany, while York, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 York, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 56min €94 - €116 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 7min $43–$82* Budget
Train ~10h 23min $65–$190* Comfort

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 151 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients