4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Cologne
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Cologne will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hamburg for Cologne on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 360 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
FlixBus6:00 AM7h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€261One-way0 transfers- FlixBus6:45 PM6h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:35 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:10 AM7h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:40 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:45 PM6h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:35 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:00 AM7h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€261One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:10 AM7h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:40 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 €21, and a flight costs an average of €306.
Distance: 360 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price | €670 Average price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Cologne buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h25 | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h45 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h50 | 1:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:10 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h30 | 7:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h20 | 1:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Cologne
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Buses from Hamburg to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
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 40m.
Distance 360 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to CologneYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Cologne 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 Hamburg to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Cologne 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 Cologne, 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 Hamburg to Cologne
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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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