4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 11 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Hamburg on Wed, Mar 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 04 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Wed, Mar 04 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.
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Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 395 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€40 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €170 Average price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg buses for today, Tuesday, March 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 13h05 | 6:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 11h30 | 5:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h42 | 11:22 AM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 12h05 | 7:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h07 | 11:22 AM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 11h30 | 7:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 13h20 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 11:20 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 12h02 | 11:22 AM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, March 4 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h15 | 3:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 395 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 395 km |
Average bus duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Frankfurt am Main to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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).
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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
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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