The cheapest and fastest buses from Greifswald to Hamburg
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 58 m
Buses on Sep 18
3
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Greifswald to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greifswald to Hamburg will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 buses from Greifswald to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 44 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.
6:05 AM4h35Greifswald10:40 AMHamburg€311One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM8h44Greifswald7:34 PMHamburg€491One-way0 transfers
7:05 AM4h35Greifswald11:40 AMHamburg€511One-way0 transfers
7:05 AM4h35Greifswald11:40 AMHamburg€511One-way0 transfers
6:05 AM4h35Greifswald10:40 AMHamburg€311One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM8h44Greifswald7:34 PMHamburg€491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Greifswald to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a flight costs an average of €201.
Distance: 229 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price | €201 Average price | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Greifswald to Hamburg:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Hamburg costing on average €27.
A bus is €180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Greifswald to Hamburg costing on average €201.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 45m.
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
Live departures
Greifswald to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Greifswald to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Greifswald | 4h35 | 10:40 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Greifswald | 4h35 | 11:40 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Greifswald to Hamburg
Buses from Greifswald to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 229 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 229 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Greifswald to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Greifswald to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Greifswald to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greifswald 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Greifswald to Hamburg
Most Greifswald to Hamburg buses use the Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Greifswald and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Greifswald station do buses to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz from Greifswald city centre
Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz bus station facilities and services
Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz. ATMs are available at Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz: Accessible for wheelchairs.
Which Hamburg station do buses from Greifswald arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
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