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This page covers general travel to and within Hamburg. For information on how to get to the stadium on matchday, visit our dedicated stadium travel page.
🌱 Sustainable travel
Help make UEFA EURO 2024 the greenest EURO of all time!
Hamburg’s extensive and efficient public transport network (hvv) eases journey to and around the city - so embrace it like a local!
Minimise your carbon impact by:
✅ Choosing train or long-distance bus travel options over flights
Travelling by train will be the most convenient option to get around. Thanks to our partner Deutsche Bahn, match ticket holders are entitled to discounted national and international train tickets.
✅ Using public transport to go between and within the Host Cities and avoid car travel
Hamburg ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the hvv net (Hamburger Verkehrsverbund) at no additional cost within the hvv rings A to F! The network covers a vast area beyond Hamburg's city borders, so you can discover the region by public transport.
⛔ Stadium parking
No public parking will be provided at Volksparkstadion Hamburg and matchday traffic will significantly increase your journey times. Give your wheels a break and use public transport instead. Make sure you plan enough time to get to the stadium and be on your way as early as possible.
🌍 Know before you go
Take the time to check you have all the relevant valid documents for travelling to Germany.
You can travel to Germany using your national ID card or passport. It’s also good to carry ID on you at all times, as you may need it to check in to your accommodation, or in the event of requiring assistance with your match ticket at the stadium.
You will need your passport and must go through border control. Your passport must meet both Schengen Area entry requirements:
✅Valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU
✅ Issued within the last 10 years
Some fans may also require a visa to gain entry into Germany. Visit Germany’s Federal Foreign Office website to check the complete list and apply for a visa.
If you’re a Turkish national, you will require a valid Schengen visa to travel to your UEFA EURO 2024 match in Germany this summer. If you don’t possess a valid Schengen visa, apply as soon as you can so your visa gets approved in time!
More info on the visa application procedure and required documents can be found here.
Key timings 💡
🚆 Central station to Fan Zone 🎉
15 – 20 min by public transport
🚆 Central station to stadium ⚽
35 – 45 min by public transport (including bus shuttle or on foot from Stellingen or Othmarschen)
🛫 Airport to stadium ⚽
60 – 70 min by public transport (including bus shuttle or on foot from Stellingen or Othmarschen)
🛫 Airport to Central station 🚆
25 – 30 min by public transport
🎉 Fan Zone to stadium ⚽
45 – 50 min by public transport (including bus shuttle or on foot from Stellingen or Othmarschen)
All timings are approximate. Allow additional time when travelling during busy hours as journeys may take longer.
🚄 Getting to Hamburg
By train 🚆
Hamburg Central Station is the main railway hub in northern Germany. Convenient for international travellers, the station offers multiple daily long-distance trains connecting several European countries, including Switzerland and Denmark. If you’re coming from further away, it may be worth looking into night train options that take you all the way to Hamburg.
If you’ll already be in Germany for EURO 2024, Hamburg Central Station offers convenient access to other Host Cities. You can connect directly for Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Cologne and Düsseldorf via the Deutsche Bahn Intercity Express (ICE) and Intercity (IC) networks.
Train travel in Germany
🌱 100% green energy
Did you know that since 2018, Deutsche Bahn customers travel using 100% renewable energy on long-distance ICE, IC and EC journeys within Germany?
Most of Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed and long-distance trains have Wi-Fi to keep you entertained and an onboard restaurant so you can fuel up before your match.
By choosing rail travel, you’re contributing to making EURO 2024 more sustainable. How to make your journeys a breeze:
1️⃣ Book early! The special DB fares are limited, so don’t miss out. On sale now.
2️⃣ Make a seat reservation for extra peace of mind.
3️⃣ You must purchase your train ticket before you board – you don’t want to risk a penalty fare.
4️⃣ Download the DB Navigator app to check for potential delays, platform numbers and more.
5️⃣ Trains will be busy during the tournament. Please be considerate of others so your fellow football fans can enjoy their journey too.
6️⃣ Children up to 5 years travel free of charge. Kids aged 6-14 travel free of charge when accompanied by a person aged 15 or above, but they must be indicated in the booking process.
ℹ️ Help with DB services on site
The Welcome Desk is located at Hamburg Central Station and serves as a central hub for fans seeking guidance on mobility topics, DB travel offers (e.g., DB Ticket EURO 2024), and also general EURO 2024 information.
📍 Location
Hamburg Central Station at the main exit of the Wandelhalle in the direction of Kirchenallee:
📅 Open
Daily from 14 June to 7 July 2024:
- On the first 3 Hamburg match days (16 June, 19 June and 22 June): 10:00 – 20:00
- On the last 2 Hamburg match days (26 June and 05 July): 10:00 – 01:00
- On non-match days in Hamburg: 10:00 – 20:00
If you’re flying to Hamburg, you’ll be landing at Hamburg Airport Helmut Schmidt (HAM) located less than 10km from the city centre. Once you’ve exited the terminal, look for the sign to the Hamburg Airport (Flughafen) S-Bahn stop. Running every 10 minutes, the S1 line will take you from the airport directly to Hamburg Central Station in approximately 35 minutes. Tickets can be purchased from the machines in the arrivals area near the luggage carousels. You'll also find machines on your way to the platform.
You can also use buses, taxis, and rideshare services from the airport. The stops are located just outside of the arrivals area. Check out the official airport website for further information.
Hamburg is a popular destination for domestic and international bus travels. Located right by the main train station, the Hamburg Central Bus Station welcomes long-distance buses from various providers across Europe. Book your trip directly with the relevant bus company.
More information can be found on the official bus station website.
Please do not travel to Hamburg by car during EURO 2024. No public parking will be provided at the stadium or close to the Fan Zone, and matchday traffic will significantly increase your journey times.
If by car is your only option, use the Park + Ride facilities that are connected to the Fan Zone and the stadium via public transport. Visit the Hamburg Park + Ride website (in German only) to explore options in the city. Visit the “Parkhäuser in Hamburg” website (in German only) to view the locations and current occupancy rates of paid parking garages in Hamburg
⛔ Remember: No public parking is available at Volksparkstadion Hamburg.
🏙️ Getting around Hamburg
From Hamburg Central Station, you can easily explore the city centre using any means of transport. Walking, cycling, or using public transport all are great options when visiting Hamburg and discover its attractions.
36 Hour Travel Pass
🌿Match ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the hvv (Hamburger Verkehrsverbund) net at no additional cost. The pass is valid from 06:00 on matchday until 18:00 the following day.
The hvv (Hamburger Verkehrsverbund) offers fast and flexible mobility throughout Hamburg's metropolitan region with 8 S-Bahn and U-Bahn lines that operate every 5 to 10 minutes during the day and every 10 minutes at night on weekends, complemented by over 20 regional transport lines. A comprehensive network of buses, including night buses, rounds out the transportation options. You can find out which ticket is best for you and where to purchase it on the hvv website.
Discover the city centre by taking a leisurely stroll from Hamburg Central Station via Mönckebergstraße. It’ll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach City Hall and Jungfernstieg.
It’s also possible to walk to the Fan Zone Heiligengeistfeld, which takes approximately 40 minutes. Head towards St. Pauli and walk along the Binnenalster and the “Planten un Blomen” urban park on your way to the Fan Zone.
Hamburg’s cycling network has been expanding over the years. Today you can enjoy a bicycle ride on one of the 14 routes going through the city centre, parks, forests and gardens.
Compare the different routes on the city’s official website, choose one, and hop on your bike! If you don’t have one with you, bicycles are available to rent all over the city.
Taxis are easily identifiable by their off-white colour and their yellow taxi sign on the roof, as well as a serial number on the rear window. They are widely available across Hamburg. Visit the Hamburg taxi website for more information and fares. Popular car- and ridesharing services are also available in the city.
Around 20,000 e-scooters from various providers are available in Hamburg, and it’s a fun way to discover the city!
⚠️ Be aware that the area surrounding the stadium and Fan Zone may have e-scooter parking bans (no-parking zones). You can only drop off your e-scooter in predefined parking areas. Make sure to check the information on the app of your chosen provider before starting your journey.