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Port guide: compare transport from Hambourg

Hambourg, Germany 32 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Hambourg

Port call at Hambourg (Germany). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Altona - walk to Große Elbstraße, is free, and the fastest takes around 10 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

Germany's major port and departure hub for Nordic and Baltic cruises. 3 separate terminals. UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt district.

Hamburg Cruise Center – Altona, HafenCity ou Steinwerder
Cheapest option Free Altona - walk to Große Elbstraße
Fastest option 10 min HafenCity - taxi to Hauptbahnhof
Simplest option Altona - walk to Große Elbstraße Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • Altona or HafenCity terminals: within walking distance, U-Bahn and S-Bahn nearby
  • Steinwerder terminal: designed for large ships; take Ferry 73 at Argentinienbrücke towards the centre
  • HVV App for transport

Warnings

  • Several terminals (Altona, HafenCity or Steinwerder) - check at departure
  • Steinwerder only accessible by shuttle bus
  • Pickpockets in very touristy areas

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Altona - walk to Große Elbstraße

Free - 12 min - Free according to the ship's departure times

Harbour promenade, restaurants and maritime atmosphere nearby

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

32 option(s) shown for Hambourg

Altona - walk to Große Elbstraße

Große Elbstraße

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Harbour promenade, restaurants and maritime atmosphere nearby

Attention point

Does not lead directly to the historic centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; very good short option from Altona

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/

HafenCity - walk to Elbphilharmonie

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Emblematic site very close to the HafenCity terminal

Attention point

Can be very busy on stopover days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; priority option from HafenCity

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Elbphilharmonie: https://www.elbphilharmonie.de/

HafenCity - walk to Speicherstadt

Speicherstadt

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the UNESCO district and the canals

Attention point

Paved area and possible bridges

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; excellent choice for a self-guided walking tour

Source : Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | UNESCO Speicherstadt: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1467/

HafenCity - walk to Miniatur Wunderland

Miniatur Wunderland

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Major attractions within walking distance of HafenCity

Attention point

Reservation recommended, high attendance

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check ticket availability before departure

Source : Miniatur Wunderland: https://www.miniatur-wunderland.com/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/

HafenCity - Underground to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Metro Near the port
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very easy to get to the city centre

Attention point

Less necessary if you like walking

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good option in the rain or with reduced mobility

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Tourism Public Transport: https://www.hamburg.com/visitors/getting-around/public-transport-18800

HafenCity - Underground to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Metro Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Fast connection to the central station and the entire network

Attention point

You need to get to the nearest U-Bahn station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Überseequartier / HafenCity is well connected to the HVV network

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/

Steinwerder - shuttle cruise to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simplest solution if organised by the company

Attention point

No guarantee; prices and times vary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board or at the terminal whether a shuttle service to Hauptbahnhof is available.

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/ | compagnies de croisière

HafenCity - taxi to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 18,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to Central Station with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the metro

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if rail connection nearby

Source : Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | services taxi locaux

Steinwerder - taxi to Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the tourist port and public transport

Attention point

More expensive than bus/ferry

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good choice if time or luggage is limited

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | services taxi locaux

Altona - taxi to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 28,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the historic centre without connection

Attention point

More expensive than public transport

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | services taxi locaux

Altona - taxi to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to Central Station with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the S-Bahn

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if train is booked or if baggage is large

Source : Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | services taxi locaux

Steinwerder - taxi to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the historic centre without connection

Attention point

More expensive than public transport

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | services taxi locaux

Steinwerder - taxi to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 38,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to Central Station with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than bus 256 + S-Bahn

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if train booked or disembarking with baggage

Source : Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | services taxi locaux

Altona - walk to Fischmarkt

Hamburger Fischmarkt

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Walking distance to a landmark near Altona

Attention point

Maximum interest, especially on Sunday mornings

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; realistic option from Altona terminal

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/

HafenCity - walk to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 28 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to reach the historic centre without transport

Attention point

Longer distance than metro or taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; single journey from HafenCity to city centre

Source : Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en

HafenCity - bus to Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective access to the tourist port and ferries

Attention point

Possible traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful option for HADAG, Reeperbahn or Old Elbe Tunnel boats

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/

Altona - bus to Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical option to the tourist port and U/S-Bahn connections

Attention point

Time subject to urban traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check HVV line from Altona/Fischmarkt according to timetable

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Tourism Public Transport: https://www.hamburg.com/visitors/getting-around/public-transport-18800

Steinwerder - bus 256 to Elbbrücken

U/S Elbbrücken

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 22 min
Frequency Frequency according to timetable HVV / Cruise Gate Hamburg
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Simple official connection to the U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains

Attention point

Limited frequency depending on day and time

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Cruise Gate Hamburg indicates bus 256 to U/S Elbbrücken in approx. 22 min.

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en

Altona - train to Hauptbahnhof

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV / S-Bahn
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Fast connection to the central station and the entire network

Attention point

Need to get to Bahnhof Altona or Königstraße

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for rail connections or visits to the centre

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/

Altona - bus to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective access to the historic shopping centre

Attention point

Less direct than a taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good option for visiting Rathaus, Jungfernstieg and Binnenalster

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/

HafenCity - VTC to Rathaus

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Dynamic pricing possible

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the pick-up zone around the terminal

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Altona - VTC to city centre

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 32,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Dynamic prices possible depending on ship arrival

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pick-up point at the terminal

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Steinwerder - VTC to city centre

Hamburg Rathaus / city centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Variable availability at the Steinwerder terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pick-up point

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | Hamburg Tourism: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

HafenCity - taxi to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to the airport without connection

Attention point

Higher cost than HVV

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow margin depending on traffic

Source : Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en | Hamburg Tourism Airport Transfer: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/discover-hamburg/information/arrival/hamburg-airport-transfer/ | services taxi locaux

Altona - taxi to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the train

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow margin depending on traffic

Source : Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | services taxi locaux

Steinwerder - taxi to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to the airport without connection

Attention point

High cost compared to HVV

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en | Hamburg Tourism Airport Transfer: https://www.hamburg-travel.com/discover-hamburg/information/arrival/hamburg-airport-transfer/ | services taxi locaux

Steinwerder - VTC to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

High cost, possible traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | opérateurs VTC locaux

Steinwerder - bus 156 to Alter Elbtunnel

Steinwerder Alter Elbtunnel

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Frequency according to HVV timetable
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Landungsbrücken can be reached on foot via the historic tunnel

Attention point

Requires operation and availability of the line

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Cruise Gate Hamburg indicates bus 156 to Steinwerder Alter Elbtunnel then tunnel walk

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en

Steinwerder - ferry 73 to Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Monday to Friday according to HADAG / HVV timetable
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Pleasant and useful crossing to the port centre

Attention point

Approx. 450 m walk to Argentinienbrücke

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Cruise Gate Hamburg indicates ferry 73 from Argentinienbrücke to Landungsbrücken in approx. 12 min.

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | HADAG: https://www.hadag.de/

Steinwerder - bus 256 to Veddel

S Veddel

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Regular or increased frequency depending on the day
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Connects to the S-Bahn to Hauptbahnhof

Attention point

Route less intuitive than taxi or shuttle

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Cruise Gate Hamburg indicates bus 256 via Veddel with possible walk from Argentinienbrücke

Source : Cruise Gate Hamburg Steinwerder: https://www.cruisegate-hamburg.de/en/terminals/cruise-center-steinwerder/ | HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en

HafenCity - Underground to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Metro Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV with connection
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economical public option to the airport

Attention point

Connection required depending on itinerary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow a margin for flights after disembarkation

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en

Altona - train to Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,80 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to HVV / S-Bahn
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public connection to the airport included in the HVV AB network

Attention point

Connection required depending on itinerary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow a margin for flights after disembarkation

Source : HVV: https://www.hvv.de/en | Hamburg Airport: https://www.hamburg-airport.de/en

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.