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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg 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 to Hamburg will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 7 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Hamburg on Fri, Jan 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg 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 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €233 Average price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 15h54 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 3:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h40 | 11:55 AM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 3:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h52 | 12:07 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 12h40 | 5:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 11h10 | 5:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h54 | 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 12h05 | 7:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Frankfurt am Main to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg: Journey Details
Buses in Germany are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of bus companies offering domestic and international routes. Those looking for buses from Frankfurt to Hamburg can choose from several throughout the day. The route is covered by Flixbus, Postbus, Eurolines and Infobus, with each company running buses from early morning until the evening. Most buses travel directly between the two cities though one of the Postbus services has one change in Berlin and some Eurolines services depart from the Airport. Journey times can vary depending on the departure time, place of departure and route, but on average passengers can expect to travel for between 6 and 8 hours.
Return buses from Hamburg to Frankfurt are also available.
Taking the Bus from Frankfurt am Main
Most buses from Frankfurt to Hamburg start their journey at the Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof or main railway station. The rail station is one of the busiest in Germany and there are good facilities for both train and bus passengers. Line S7 of the city's S-Bahn system stops at the station as well as lines U4 and U5 on the U-Bahn. Passengers can also get to the station by tram and lines 11 and 12 stop at Hauptbahnhof/Münchener Strasse. Ebbelwei Express buses make getting to the station from any part of the city simple, and numbers 16, 17, 20 and 21 all drop passengers outside.
Getting into Hamburg by Bus
Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany and this bustling North Sea port is an exciting choice for holidays and breaks. Explore its famous historic landmarks such as the Rathaus or the St. Petri and St. Jacobi churches, walk by the beautiful Alster lakes or see the Reeperbahn red light district in St. Pauli. Most buses from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg arrive at the city's ZOB or central bus station. The station is located in the St. Georg district in the city centre and is just a 2 minute walk from the main rail station. There are U-Bahn and S-Bahn links to all parts of the city from the rail station, and local bus services depart from outside the station. Travellers can purchase an HVV card that can be used on all of the city's public transport system including ferries. Taxis are convenient and widely available and can take passengers to most parts of the city.
FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 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.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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 Frankfurt am Main 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.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- 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 Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
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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