The cheapest and fastest buses from Groningen to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Groningen to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Hamburg will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 9 buses that leave Groningen for Hamburg on Sat, Apr 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
511116:05 PM4h00Groningen, Centraal Station10:05 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:55 PM4h20Groningen, Centraal Station7:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€431One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM5h05Groningen, Centraal Station9:00 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€531One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 AM4h05Groningen, Centraal Station5:35 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€561One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:55 PM4h45Groningen, Centraal Station2:40 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€561One-way0 transfers
511116:05 PM4h00Groningen, Centraal Station10:05 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 AM4h05Groningen, Centraal Station5:35 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€561One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:15 AM4h10Groningen, Centraal Station8:25 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 AM4h10Groningen, Centraal Station7:00 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€781One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:55 PM4h20Groningen, Centraal Station7:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Groningen to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 232 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 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
Groningen to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Hamburg buses for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h05 | 3:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h10 | 5:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h10 | 6:25 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h25 | 2:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h20 | 5:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 5h05 | 7:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
51111 | 4:05 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h00 | 8:05 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h50 | 10:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 4h45 | 12:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Groningen to Hamburg.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Groningen to Hamburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Groningen to Hamburg
Buses from Groningen to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 232 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Groningen to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Groningen to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Groningen to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Groningen to Hamburg
- 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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