The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
41
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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 41 buses that leave Berlin for Hamburg on Sat, Nov 15, 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Nov 15 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.






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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 €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 255 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m 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, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h05 | 3:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h35 | 3:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 3:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 4h25 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h30 | 5:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h05 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 5:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten) | 3h50 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h30 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h10 | 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 | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h10 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h45 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h20 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 11:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 12:00 PM 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 | 9:35 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 3:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h30 | 4:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 3:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 6:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 3h45 | 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h20 | 7:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h05 | 7:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h20 | 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h15 | 9:30 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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Hamburg
Buses from Berlin to Hamburg run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 35 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 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Berlin to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €11. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Hamburg
- 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
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Vapiano (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Ostbahnhof (in the station)
- Burgermeister (0.5 km)
- Trattoria Portofino (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 140, 147, 240, 248 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
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