Hamburg to Linköping by bus
Linköping lies 643 km (400 mi) north-east of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 11 h 48 min including stops, over roughly 785 km (488 mi) of road.
| Hamburg | Linköping | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Population | 2 million | 166,673 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) |
| Postal codes | 20038–22769 | 580 02–589 57 |
What changes when you arrive in Linköping
Crossing from Germany into Sweden: money changes from the Euro to the Krona (SEK); the dialling code becomes +46; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Hamburg to Linköping
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Staying in Linköping
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Common questions
How far is Linköping from Hamburg?
643 km (400 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Hamburg; by road roughly 785 km (488 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Linköping by bus?
About 11 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Linköping?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Linköping?
The Krona (SEK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.