4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Hamburg Airport on Thu, Aug 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 8 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest buses will take 10 h 20 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.
FlixBus12:30 PM8h10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)8:40 PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport$381One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:30 PM7h25Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:40 AM9h40Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:25 AM10h20Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)10:45 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$491One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:10 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$631One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus12:30 PM7h25Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)7:55 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:10 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$631One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus12:30 PM8h10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)8:40 PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport$381One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:40 AM9h40Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:20 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:25 AM10h20Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)10:45 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof$491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price | $47 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $47.
A bus is $140 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $186.
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 5h 53m.
You'll arrive about -2h -5m sooner (5h 53m by bus vs 4h 48m by car) and save roughly $-24.41 compared to fuel and tolls ($46 vs $21). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h10 | 8:40 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h25 | 7:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h40 | 6:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h20 | 10:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h40 | 1:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 19:40. The fastest bus covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg AirportYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg Airport 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 Airport, 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.
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