The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
16 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
928 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Hamburg will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €58.
Distance: 576 miles (928 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€83 Average price Cheapest | €129 Average price | €218 Average price |
17h 37m Average total duration 17h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Budapest to Hamburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 23h09 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 20h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 19h24 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 17h44 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 17h04 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Live departures
Budapest to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Hamburg buses for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h00 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h35 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h50 | 3:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h50 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 19h30 | 5:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 22h30 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 22h49 | 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:35 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 20h59 | 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h15 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 18h55 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h55 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h45 | 12:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h05 | 9:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 16h40 | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h04 | 3:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h45 | 3:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 16h30 | 3:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 16h49 | 3:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Hamburg
Buses from Budapest to Hamburg run on average 33 times per day, taking around 17h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 576 miles (928 km) distance in 15h 42m.
Distance 576 miles (928 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Buses per day 33 |
Fastest bus 15h 42m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Budapest to Hamburg start from as low as $55 (€44) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $102 (€83) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 33 daily trains from Budapest to Hamburg with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 15h 42m but the average duration is 17h 7m
Train Operators
- Travel from Budapest to Hamburg with FlixBus, Infobus, and BlaBlaCar Bus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
- First train typically departs at 12:15 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Budapest to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Hamburg with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, which is located around 5.2 miles (8.4 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Budapest 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).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Hamburg
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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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