The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Bamberg
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
10 h 7 m
Average duration
13 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Bamberg without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 AM11h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$721One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:00 AM14h40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$761One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain7:33 AM10h07Hamburg Hbf5:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$821One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:20 PM10h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:30 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$831One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:15 AM20h00Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport6:15 AMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$901One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain7:33 AM10h07Hamburg Hbf5:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$821One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:20 PM10h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:30 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$831One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 AM11h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$721One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:00 AM14h40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:40 PMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$761One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:15 AM20h00Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport6:15 AMBamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße)$901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Bamberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. 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 $37, and a flight costs an average of $300.
Distance: 256 miles (413 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price | $519 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Bamberg:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bamberg costing on average $123 (€101).
A bus is $465 (€381) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bamberg costing on average $519 (€425).
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 51m.
You'll arrive about -2h -55m sooner (7h 51m by bus vs 5h 56m by car) and save roughly $-27.60 (€-22.59) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $27 (€22)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Hamburg to Bamberg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:01AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 11h39 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:33AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:39AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 11h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Live departures
Hamburg to Bamberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bamberg buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h10 | 5:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h07 | 5:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 12h10 | 8:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:42 AM Hamburg Harburg | 11h58 | 8:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 20h00 | 6:15 AM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h10 | 11:30 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h50 | 5:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 14h40 | 8:40 PM Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Bamberg
Buses from Hamburg to Bamberg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 256 miles (413 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 256 miles (413 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to BambergYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Bamberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Bamberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Bamberg 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 Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Bamberg
- 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
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