Travelling from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel? Then the Ferry Hamburg ⇄ Brunsbüttel offers you a fast and affordable option for your trip. The ferry takes you up to 4 times a week in 2 hours from Hamburg (Germany) to Brunsbüttel (Germany).
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Prices Hamburg ⇄ Brunsbüttel
Here the prices are supplemented with the euro symbol (€):
Day trip from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel
| All fares in Euro | Jet Class | Surcharge (each way) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel time | B | C | Panorama Class | Premium Class | ||
| VIP surcharge | VIP surcharge | |||||
| Adults | 51,40 | 46,30 | + 11,10 | + 18,50 | + 19,70 | + 18,50 |
| Children (4-14 years) | 29,10 | 26,60 | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Infants (up to 3 years) | – | – | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Seniors (from 60 years) | – | 41,60 | – | – | – | – |
| Families (2 adults + 2 children) | 125,30 | 112,70 | + 17,30 | – | – | – |
| Groups (10-24 persons) | 46,00 | 41,40 | – | – | – | – |
| Groups (from 25 people) | 44,80 | 40,40 | – | – | – | – |
| School groups (from 16 persons) | 35,40 | 32,10 | – | – | – | – |
| Bicycles | 32,00 | 32,00 | – | – | – | – |
| Dogs | 10,00 | 10,00 | – | – | – | – |
Multi-day trip from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel
| All fares in Euro | Jet Class | Surcharge (each way) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel time | B | C | Panorama Class | Premium Class | ||
| VIP surcharge | VIP surcharge | |||||
| Adults | 61,80 | 55,70 | + 11,10 | + 18,50 | + 19,70 | + 18,50 |
| Children (4-14 years) | 34,30 | 31,30 | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Infants (up to 3 years) | – | – | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Families (2 adults + 2 children) | 150,40 | 135,70 | + 17,30 | – | – | – |
| Groups (10-24 persons) | 55,00 | 49,50 | – | – | – | – |
| Groups (from 25 people) | 53,50 | 48,40 | – | – | – | – |
| School groups (from 16 persons) | 42,00 | 38,10 | – | – | – | – |
| Bicycles | 32,00 | 32,00 | – | – | – | – |
| Dogs | 10,00 | 10,00 | – | – | – | – |
One-way trip from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel
| All fares in Euro | Jet Class | Surcharge (each way) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel time | B | C | Panorama Class | Premium Class | ||
| VIP surcharge | VIP surcharge | |||||
| Adults | 36,80 | 33,30 | + 11,10 | + 18,50 | + 19,70 | + 18,50 |
| Children (4-14 years) | 20,20 | 18,40 | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Infants (up to 3 years) | – | – | + 5,30 | + 10,30 | + 9,60 | + 10,30 |
| Families (2 adults + 2 children) | 89,90 | 80,90 | + 17,30 | – | – | – |
| Groups (10-24 persons) | 32,80 | 29,50 | – | – | – | – |
| Groups (from 25 people) | 31,90 | 28,80 | – | – | – | – |
| School groups (from 16 persons) | 25,50 | 22,30 | – | – | – | – |
| Bicycles | 18,00 | 18,00 | – | – | – | – |
| Dogs | 6,00 | 6,00 | – | – | – | – |
Information about the ferry connection Hamburg - Brunsbüttel
| Ferry connection: | Hamburg ⇄ Brunsbüttel |
| Ports of the ferry connection: |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 4 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 2 hours |
| Distance: | 85 Kilometers (ca. 45,9 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | Seasonal (March - November) |
| Check-in: | up to 15 minutes before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Ferries on this route: |
FRS Halunder Jet Catamaran |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
FRS Helgoline |
Information about the ferry connection Brunsbüttel - Hamburg
| Ferry connection: | Brunsbüttel ⇄ Hamburg |
| Häfen der Verbindung (Rückreise): |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 4 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 2 hours |
| Distance: | 85 Kilometers (ca. 45,9 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | Seasonal (March - November) |
| Check-in: | up to 15 minutes before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Ferries on this route: |
FRS Halunder Jet Catamaran |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
FRS Helgoline |
Ferry Hamburg - Brunsbüttel Timetable
| Hamburg to Brunsbüttel | MO | DI | MI | DO | FR | SA | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Hamburg St. Pauli Landungsbrücke, bridge 3/4 |
– | 08:30 | 08:30 | – | 08:30 | – | 08:30 |
| an Brunsbüttel Zum Elbdeich |
– | 10:30 | 10:30 | – | 10:30 | – | 10:30 |
Ferry Brunsbüttel - Hamburg Timetable
| Brunsbüttel to Hamburg | MO | DI | MI | DO | FR | SA | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| an Brunsbüttel Zum Elbdeich |
– | 18:45 | 18:45 | – | 18:45 | – | 18:45 |
| from Hamburg St. Pauli Landungsbrücke, bridge 3/4 |
– | 20:45 | 20:45 | – | 20:45 | – | 20:45 |
Betreiber der Fähre Hamburg ⇄ Brunsbüttel
FRS Helgoline
FRS Helgoline takes you to Heligoland quickly and comfortably with the high-speed catamaran “Halunder Jet”. Departures are from Hamburg, Brunsbüttel and Cuxhaven. Spacious panoramic windows, outdoor decks and gastronomic service await you on board. With over 40 years of experience, FRS Helgoline ensures a pleasant crossing.
Port information for the ferry connection between Hamburg and Brunsbüttel
Hamburg
The Elbe metropolis is known for its Michel, its fish market and its Reeperbahn. Hamburg offers a wide range of leisure and shopping opportunities, and the nightlife in the Hanseatic ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Hamburg.
Port address
| Ferry port Hamburg | |
|---|---|
| Street: | At the St. Pauli jetties 3-4 |
| Postcode & city: | 20359 Hamburg |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 53.545208, 9.969117 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
How to reach the Hamburg ferry port by car:
- From the north (e.g. Kiel): Follow the A7 south to Hamburg. Take the exit (Schnelsen) and follow the B447 to the city center and then follow the signs to Landungsbrücken.
- From the south (e.g. Hanover): Take the A7 in the direction of Hamburg. Leave the highway after the Elbtunnel at exit 29 (HH-Othmarschen) and follow the signs to Landungsbrücken.
- From the east (e.g. Berlin): Take the A24 westbound to Hamburg. Take exit 2 (HH-Jenfeld) and follow the signs to Landungsbrücken.
- From the west (e.g. Bremen): Take the A1 eastbound until you reach Hamburg. Take exit 43 (Buchholzer-Dreieck) and follow the B261 towards Hamburg until you reach the A7. Follow this road until exit 29 (HH-Othmarschen) and then follow the signs to Landungsbrücken.
Arrival by bus & train
The Landungsbrücken are a central transportation hub in Hamburg and are well connected to the public transport network. You can use the S-Bahn (lines S1, S2, S3) or various bus lines to get to St. Pauli-Landungsbrücken.
Arrival by plane
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the nearest airport. From the airport you can take the S-Bahn S1 directly to the Landungsbrücken.
Brunsbüttel
A shopping spree in Brunsbüttel starts in Koogstraße. It begins at the locks, from where there is a magnificent view of the passing ships and ocean liners. The canal and ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Brunsbüttel.
Port address
| Ferry port Brunsbüttel | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Ferry road |
| Postcode & city: | 25541 Brunsbüttel |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 53.897461, 9.148034 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
If you want to travel by car, you can reach the Brunsbüttel ferry port from various directions:
- From the north (e.g. from Kiel): Ferry south on the A7 to exit 5 (Brunsbüttel Nord) and ferry towards Brunsbüttel on the B5. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the south (e.g. from Hamburg): Take the A23 northbound and change to the B5 towards Brunsbüttel at exit 16 (Itzehoe Mitte). Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the west (e.g. from Heide): Take the B5 towards Brunsbüttel and follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the east (e.g. from Rendsburg): Take the B202 and B77 in the direction of Brunsbüttel and follow the signs to the ferry port.
Arrival by bus & train
The Brunsbüttel ferry port is well connected to the regional bus and rail network. Brunsbüttel station connects the region with various cities. Check the current Deutsche Bahn and local bus timetable for connections to the ferry port.
Arrival by plane
The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport. From there, you can take the train or a rental car to get to the Brunsbüttel ferry port. The journey takes about 1.5 hours.
Itinerary
Check-In in Hamburg
For your journey from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel with the Halunder Jet from FRS Helgoline, you should make sure that you are at the port at least 15 minutes before departure.
It is advisable to arrive a little earlier to avoid any waiting times at check-in and to be able to start your crossing in a relaxed manner.
Departure
The Ferry departs several times a week once a day and the crossing for the almost 88 kilometers to Brunsbüttel takes about 2 hours.
On board the Ferry
During the crossing, you can enjoy the amenities on board. Sit back and relax in one of the various armchairs and enjoy the view of the water. The Ferry travels at an average speed of around 41.8 km/h (22.6 knots) towards Brunsbüttel. Use the time to relax, read a book or simply enjoy the cruise.
Arrival in Brunsbüttel
After sailing along the Elbe, you will reach the destination port in Brunsbüttel. From there, you can either explore the town or continue your journey.
Enjoy your journey across the Elbe from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel with the Ferry from FRS Helgoline!
The Halunder Jet before leaving for Heligoland in the port of Hamburg. Source: FRS Helgoline
The Panorama Class on the Halunder Jet. Here you can enjoy the view of the Elbe and the North Sea. Source: FRS Helgoline
FRS Helgoline Halunder Jet off Heligoland.
The Halunder Jet at sunset before docking in the port of Hamburg. Source: FRS Helgoline
Alternative ferry connections
To travel from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel or from Germany to Germany, you can also use one of the following alternative ferry routes:
| Route | Start country & destination country |
Number & Duration of trip |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Cuxhaven – Heligoland | GermanyGermany | 1 time daily 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Ferry Hamburg – Heligoland | GermanyGermany | 1 time daily 3 hours 45 minutes |
| Dune ferry Heligoland – Dune | GermanyGermany | Several times a day 10 minutes |
| Ferry Brunsbüttel – Heligoland | GermanyGermany | up to 4 times a week 2 hours |
| Ferry Hamburg – Cuxhaven | GermanyGermany | 1 time daily 2 hours 15 minutes |
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to various questions about travelling from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel.
Which Ferries & shipping companies travel from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel?
Currently, only the shipping company FRS Helgoline offers a connection between Hamburg and Brunsbüttel. The high-speed catamaran Halunder Jet is used for this service.
From which ports can I still travel to Brunsbüttel?
In addition to Hamburg, there are other places that offer ferry connections to Heligoland:
When does the Ferry run from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel?
From March to November, the FRS Helgoline catamaran sails to Brunsbüttel up to 4 times a week from 8:30 am (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday).
How much does a trip with Ferry Hamburg-Brunsbüttel cost?
The travel costs from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel depend on the season, your age, length of stay and other factors. You can find the price overview here.
How often does the Ferry run and how long does the crossing to Brunsbüttel take?
The Ferry runs from Hamburg to Brunsbüttel up to 4 times a week from March to November. The crossing takes about two hours.
Where does the Ferry from Brunsbüttel depart from in Hamburg?
The Ferries Halunder Jet departs from the Landungsbrücken in Hamburg St. Pauli. Here is the address:
| Address Hamburg ferry port | |
|---|---|
| Street: | At the St. Pauli landing stages 3-4 |
| Zip code & city: | 20359 Hamburg |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS coordinates: | 53.5452077, 9.9691172 |
Can I take my dog with me to Ferry in Brunsbüttel?
Yes, that’s no problem. Your dog can come on board with you. However, you must keep your dog on a lead.
Can I take my bike with me to Ferry?
Yes, you can take your bike with you on Ferry if you only travel as far as Brunsbüttel or Cuxhaven.
If you want to travel as far as Helgoland, it is not possible to take your bike with you.