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Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Flensburg to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Flensburg to Lübeck will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Flensburg to Lübeck without transferring at least once.

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Buses from Flensburg to Lübeck run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 19:55. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Flensburg to Lübeck.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €28 |
The table below shows live departures for Flensburg to Lübeck buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:25 AM Flensburg | 10h00 | 6:25 PM Lübeck | 1 transfer | |
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Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Bussteig Beim Retteich -> Lübeck Hauptbahnhof
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Flensburg to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Flensburg to Lübeck buses use the Flensburg, Bahnhof to Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich station pair. Use this guide to compare Flensburg and Lübeck bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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