Private Transfer Hamburg to Berlin

The harbour of Hamburg lit up at night agaisnt a dark blue sky.

Door-to-door convenience

Enjoy a smooth journey in a premium car with direct pick-up and drop-off. Skip queues, transfers, and the hassle of multiple transfers.

Your schedule, your pace

Depart when it suits you: no need to work around train, flight, or rental car times. Plus, free cancellation up until 1 hour before your ride.

Stay productive or relax

With Wi-Fi available in most cars, you can catch up on work, stream your favorite shows, or unwind in comfort while our chauffeur takes care of the road.

A man looks at his phone as he walks toward a vehicle, beside him is a chauffeur carrying luggage.

Travel in a premium vehicle

Traveling between Berlin and Hamburg is completely seamless when you book a Blacklane private transfer. Meet your local, English-speaking chauffeur anywhere in Berlin or Hamburg for a direct city-to-city service which means you can completely avoid overcrowded train platforms, strikes, or delays. When you book a private transfer you save time and travel in total comfort. Catch up on a few emails in the backseat, or simply relax as we transport you across Germany. You set the schedule, and can cancel or rearrange up to 1 hour before pick-up. A private transfer between Berlin and Hamburg is both easy and convenient.

Stress‑free from start to finish

Skip airports, train stations, and rental car counters. With our long-distance chauffeur service, there are no crowds, queues, or transfers: just a private journey from one city to the next. Travel in a top‑class vehicle driven by a professional chauffeur, knowing that every ride is carbon‑neutral through verified offset programs. Wherever you’re headed, you’ll enjoy comfort and peace of mind - arriving refreshed, on time, and ready for whatever’s next.

A businessman works on his laptop in the back seat of a Blacklane car.
Man returning home with chauffeur opening the door of the vehicle.

Day trips from the German capital

When you book a private transfer from Berlin, Hamburg is only 3 hours 10 minutes away. The great German port city makes a great day trip when you simplify your travel arrangements. If you need to get to Berlin and back for a meeting or appointment, a Blacklane private transfer is an excellent solution. Hamburg is known for its connection to the North Sea and canals, but its famous nightlife is equally popular with visitors. In Berlin, the TV Tower (Berliner Fernsehturm) rises high above the city, providing 360 degree views from the top. If you have more time to enjoy Berlin on your visit, take a visit to the Jewish Museum or learn about life behind the Iron Curtain at the DDR Museum. Book a Blacklane and travel between Germany’s other great cities, including:

Frequently Asked Questions

How to travel from Hamburg to Berlin?

The easiest way to travel between Hamburg and Berlin is with a private transfer. The journey takes approximately 3 hours 10 minutes. Travelers who wish to take the train will need to take the ICE or the EC127 from Berlin Central Station (Berlin Hauptbahnhof). When there are no delays the ICE takes 1 hour 45 minutes and the EC route takes 2 hours 10 minutes.

What is the driving distance from Hamburg to Berlin?

Berlin is approximately 289 kilometers (179.5 miles) from Hamburg.

How long is the train from Hamburg to Berlin?

When there are no delays or cancellations, the fastest train from Berlin to Hamburg takes 1 hour 45 minutes. All other routes take more than 2 hours.

Is the Berlin to Hamburg train line broken?

From August 1 until April 30 2025, construction improvements are taking place on the Berlin to Hamburg long distance ICE train line. This work will involve a 100km detour, reduce the high-speed train capacity on the line and add 1 hour to the journey, making the new travel time at least 2 hours 45 minutes.

Chauffeur loads luggage into the back of a vehicle, stood before two iconic brown stone town houses.