The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Düsseldorf will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hamburg for Düsseldorf on Tue, Dec 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 342 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €193 Average price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Düsseldorf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Düsseldorf buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 5h45 | 11:30 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h25 | 5:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Hamburg | 7h30 | 3:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Hamburg | 5h55 | 10:40 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Düsseldorf
Buses from Hamburg to Düsseldorf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €16 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 342 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Hamburg to DüsseldorfYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Düsseldorf with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Düsseldorf
- 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
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
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