The cheapest and fastest buses from Ulm to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 28 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ulm to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Hamburg will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 6 buses that leave Ulm for Hamburg on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 576 km distance in an average of 13 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 13 h 58 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.
FlixBus11:30 PM13h50Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€431One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM12h15Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€441One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM13h30Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€481One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain11:30 PM13h58Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:28 PMHamburg Hbf€581One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain11:30 PM13h46Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:16 PMHamburg Harburg€591One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM12h15Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€441One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM13h30Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€481One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain11:30 PM13h46Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:16 PMHamburg Harburg€591One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:30 PM13h50Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof€431One-way0 transfers
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FlixTrain11:30 PM13h58Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:28 PMHamburg Hbf€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ulm to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 576 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price | €159 Average price |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ulm to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:30 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h46 | 1:16 PM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h50 | 1:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:30 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h58 | 1:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:35 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 15h41 | 7:16 PM Hamburg Harburg | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 12h15 | 7:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h30 | 6:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ulm to Hamburg
Buses from Ulm to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €26 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 576 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 576 km |
Average bus duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Ulm to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Ulm to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ulm to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ulm 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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