4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Hamburg will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 14 buses that leave Amsterdam for Hamburg on Fri, Nov 28, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 368 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. 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 €11, and a flight costs an average of €253.
Distance: 228 miles (368 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €446 Average price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Amsterdam to Hamburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:06PM | Duration 6h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
Amsterdam to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h50 | 3:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h30 | 8:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h15 | 11:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h10 | 1:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 6h00 | 1:20 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h25 | 1:20 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h50 | 4:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 PM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 6h20 | 4:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h25 | 6:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 7h15 | 7:25 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h45 | 7:25 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 6h25 | 7:25 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Hamburg
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Buses from Amsterdam to Hamburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 228 miles (368 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 228 miles (368 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Amsterdam to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Amsterdam to Hamburg
Buses in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with numerous bus companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. Buses from Amsterdam to Hamburg depart from Amsterdam's Sloterdjik bus station and take at least 6:15 h to arrive at Hamburg's ZOB am Hauptbahnhof. There are usually 5-6 buses per day operated by FlixBus and Polskibus. The first bus departs Amsterdam at 9 a.m. while the final bus departs at 11:15 p.m.
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Amsterdam to Hamburg Bus Cost
Average prices for buses from Amsterdam to Hamburg when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€41 |
1 Day in Advance |
€33 |
1 Week in Advance |
€25 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€25 |
1 Month in Advance |
€25 |
3 Months in Advance |
€25 |
Amsterdam to Hamburg Buses: General Information
Buses are a fast and convenient way to travel from Amsterdam to Hamburg. Buses are usually cheaper than taking a flight or the train.
All Amsterdam to Hamburg buses are run by Flixbus or Polskibus.- All buses are direct, depart from Amsterdam's Sloterdijk bus station and arrive at Hamburg ZOB am Hauptbahnhof.
- The Amsterdam to Hamburg bus trip takes at least 6 hours and 15 minutes to arrive in Hamburg.
- Most travelers book their Amsterdam to Hamburg bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Amsterdam to Hamburg buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 20% cheaper to book an Amsterdam to Hamburg bus ticket a day in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Amsterdam to Hamburg bus tickets are 39% cheaper on average when booked 1 week in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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 bus most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Miniatur Wunderland, the world's largest model railway exhibition featuring detailed miniature landscapes and cities
- Elbphilharmonie, an architectural marvel and concert hall offering panoramic views of the city and harbor
- Speicherstadt, a historic warehouse district and UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning red-brick architecture
- St. Michael's Church, a Baroque-style church with a tower offering sweeping views of Hamburg
- Planten un Blomen, a vast urban park featuring themed gardens, water light shows, and recreational activities.
- Explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, Hamburg's famous entertainment district
- Take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, one of the largest ports in Europe
- Visit the Hamburg Fish Market, a lively market with fresh seafood and local delicacies
- Discover the International Maritime Museum, showcasing Hamburg's rich maritime history
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, offering picturesque views and outdoor activities.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Amsterdam to Hamburg, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- 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 Amsterdam to Hamburg
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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