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Cheap bus tickets from Essen to Hamburg start from $34 with an average ticket price of $34.

$34
Cheapest price
$34
Average Price
5 h 30 m
Fastest Journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
1
Buses per day
311 km
Distance

Essen to Hamburg bus times

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus06:35PM Essen, Hbf Freiheit5h30 12:05AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Bus from Essen to Hamburg

Buses from Essen to Hamburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€17) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€11)
Distance
193 miles (311 km)
Average bus duration
5h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€17)
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€11)

Bus companies: BlaBlaCar and FlixBus from Essen to Hamburg

Buy your official BlaBlaCar and FlixBus bus tickets between Essen and Hamburg from $16 (€14) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Essen to Hamburg bus information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 58 min
  • Cheapest Price: $16
  • FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Essen to Hamburg

FAQs: Take the bus from Essen to Hamburg with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Hamburg.
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Cheap bus tickets from Essen to Hamburg can start from as little as $19 (€17) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Essen to Hamburg is $33 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time from Essen to Hamburg is on average 5 h 30 min   for the 193 mile (311 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Essen and Hamburg by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Essen to Hamburg leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Essen to Hamburg leaves at 11: 35 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Essen to Hamburg without having to change trains with FlixBus. There is 1 direct bus from Essen to Hamburg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Essen to Hamburg bus to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services from Essen to Hamburg to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Essen to Hamburg by bus is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Essen to Hamburg including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular bus stations from Essen to Hamburg

Essen
Hamburg
The major bus station for departures in Essen is Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) for your trip from Essen to Hamburg.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
The major bus station for arrivals in Hamburg is Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof for your trip to Hamburg from Essen.
Hamburg, Zentraler OmnibusbahnhofWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Adenauerallee
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
  • Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
  • Café Paris (0.5 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
  • Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130
  • Metro: U1, U3
  • Train: S1, S21

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