Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hamburg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hamburg

With a population of 9,409, Hamburg is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. Hamburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Hamburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Grange Community Kitchen (22 Main St) and Juicy Burger Bar (4038 Hoover Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Hamburg

Hamburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hamburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hamburg

Plane

Although Hamburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 16 miles from Hamburg. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Royal Air Maroc, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hamburg departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hamburg. The train journey from Hamburg to Rochester takes 1h 19m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rensselaer, expect to pay about $51 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hamburg is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 12 miles from Hamburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hamburg, including Greyhound, Trailways and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Hamburg takes 390 miles and will cost you around $70. From Detroit, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 555 miles.

Plane

Although Hamburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 16 miles from Hamburg. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Royal Air Maroc, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hamburg departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hamburg. The train journey from Hamburg to Rochester takes 1h 19m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rensselaer, expect to pay about $51 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hamburg is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 12 miles from Hamburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hamburg, including Greyhound, Trailways and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Hamburg takes 390 miles and will cost you around $70. From Detroit, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 555 miles.

Airports near Hamburg

BUFBuffalo
ROCRochester Greater Rochester Intl
IAGNiagara Falls

Airlines serving Hamburg

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hamburg

Most booked hotels in Hamburg

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Hampton Inn Buffalo-South/I-90
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 370 reviews)
$147+
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The Fields Of Eden Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 77 reviews)
$178+
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Staybridge Suites Buffalo
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 346 reviews)
$147+
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hamburg, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 327 reviews)
$156+
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Hampton Inn Buffalo/Hamburg
2 stars
Good (7.9, 315 reviews)
$152+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Buffalo South, NY
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1187 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Hamburg

Renting a car in Hamburg costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Hamburg.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hamburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Hamburg is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hamburg costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Hamburg.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hamburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Hamburg is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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