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Hamburg → Ludwigshafen am Rhein

Driving from Hamburg to Ludwigshafen am Rhein

Ludwigshafen am Rhein lies 465 km (289 mi) south of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 7 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 567 km (352 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

HamburgLudwigshafen am Rhein

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HamburgLudwigshafen am Rhein
CountryGermanyGermany
Population2 million163,196
Elevation9 m (30 ft)97 m (318 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Europe/Berlin)UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin)
Postal codes20038–2276967059–67071

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Staying in Ludwigshafen am Rhein

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Common questions

How far is Ludwigshafen am Rhein from Hamburg?

465 km (289 mi) in a straight line, south of Hamburg; by road roughly 567 km (352 mi).

How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Ludwigshafen am Rhein by car?

About 7 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Ludwigshafen am Rhein?

No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.