The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Hamburg will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 39 buses that leave Berlin for Hamburg on Tue, Mar 31, 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
07:50PM3h20Berlin11:10PMHamburg€141One-way0 transfers
04:00PM3h00Berlin07:00PMHamburg€141One-way0 transfers
06:20PM2h50Berlin09:10PMHamburg€171One-way0 transfers
11:30AM3h40Berlin03:10PMHamburg€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus04:00AM3h15Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)07:15AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€201One-way0 transfers
06:20PM2h50Berlin09:10PMHamburg€171One-way0 transfers
04:00PM3h00Berlin07:00PMHamburg€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:35AM3h05Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)01:40PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:40PM3h05Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)02:45AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€371One-way0 transfers
10:30AM3h10Berlin01:40PMHamburg€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Hamburg 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 train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 255 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Hamburg buses for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 4:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h45 | 6:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h20 | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h10 | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h20 | 6:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 11:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h50 | 12:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h25 | 12:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 12:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h05 | 2:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h35 | 2:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 2:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 31 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:25 AM Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 4h20 | 4:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h30 | 4:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h00 | 4:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 4:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 4:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h40 | 5:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 5:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h10 | 9:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h45 | 9:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h20 | 9:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 9:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h50 | 11:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h25 | 11:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h30 | 12:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 11:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 12:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 2:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Hamburg
Buses from Berlin to Hamburg run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 255 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Hamburg 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 to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Hamburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Hamburg
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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