The cheapest and fastest buses from Malmö to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malmö to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Hamburg will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 5 buses that leave Malmö for Hamburg on Wed, Nov 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 297 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 14 h 25 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 ferry for Malmö to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 46m. 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 €22, and a ferry costs an average of €35.
Distance: 297 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price | €73 Average price |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Malmö to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Hamburg buses for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 8h20 | 5:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 12 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Malmö | 6h35 | 12:45 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malmö to Hamburg
Buses from Malmö to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 297 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss from Malmö to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Malmö to Hamburg with FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Malmö to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Malmö, Norra Vallgatan, which is located around 0.5 miles (796 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Malmö to Hamburg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 5, 7, 8 Train: Öresundståg
- 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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