The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€140
Average price
€156
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
1789 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Hamburg will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €137, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 1789 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€217 Average price Cheapest | €246 Average price |
19h 54m Average total duration 19h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.8 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.4 - 10.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Hamburg buses for today, Sunday, February 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 34h15 | 5:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 36h10 | 8:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 33h50 | 5:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, February 2 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 36h55 | 4:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Hamburg
Buses from Madrid to Hamburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 19h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €137 but you can travel from only €95 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1789 km distance in 31h 20m.
Distance 1789 km |
Average bus duration 19h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €137 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 31h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Hamburg with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €95. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Madrid to Hamburg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 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
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