Day trip from Hamburg to Hildesheim
Hildesheim lies 156 km (97 mi) south of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 156 km (97 mi) apart, Hildesheim is a realistic day trip from Hamburg: about 2 h 32 min each way by road.
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| Hamburg | Hildesheim | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 2 million | 103,052 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 92 m (302 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 20038–22769 | 31134–31141 |
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Common questions
How far is Hildesheim from Hamburg?
156 km (97 mi) in a straight line, south of Hamburg; by road roughly 190 km (118 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Hildesheim by road?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Hildesheim?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.