4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Hamburg will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne for Hamburg on Fri, Feb 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 360 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €311.
Distance: 360 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price | €599 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 10:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 7h25 | 5:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
| 6:20 AM Cologne | 6h30 | 12:50 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Hamburg
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Buses from Cologne to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 360 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 360 km |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Wupsi from Cologne to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Wupsi for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Hamburg
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParking
DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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