The cheapest and fastest buses from Mannheim to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 10 buses that leave Mannheim for Hamburg on Sat, Nov 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 466 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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.


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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Mannheim to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 466 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price | €177 Average price |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Hamburg buses for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 10h13 | 10:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 10h00 | 9:55 AM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mannheim to Hamburg
Buses from Mannheim to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 466 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 466 km |
Average bus duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Mannheim to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Mannheim to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Mannheim to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße), which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Mannheim 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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