The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 33 buses that leave Berlin Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Thu, Feb 05, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Compare train and bus for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 252 km
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 10:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h50 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h25 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h30 | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 1:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 3:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 6:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 8:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 12:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h50 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h25 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:25 AM Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 4h20 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h00 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h40 | 6:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 6:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Buses from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 252 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 03:00 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg HbfYou can travel by bus between Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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