The cheapest and fastest buses from Nuremberg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 19 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Hamburg will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Nuremberg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 €27, and a flight costs an average of €279.
Distance: 465 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €122 Average price | €427 Average price |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nuremberg to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Hamburg buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:05 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 9h10 | 10:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 9h50 | 10:55 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h00 | 6:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 10h50 | 11:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h20 | 1:20 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 11h40 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nuremberg to Hamburg
Buses from Nuremberg to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 465 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 465 km |
Average bus duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Nuremberg to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Nuremberg to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nuremberg to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nürnberg, ZOB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nuremberg to Hamburg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
- 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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