- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 17 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
748 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Paris will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 15 buses that leave Hamburg for Paris on Sun, May 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 748 km distance in an average of 13 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $108.
Distance: 464 miles (748 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$94 Average price Cheapest | $264 Average price | $262 Average price | $197 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Paris:
A bus is $168 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Paris costing on average $262 (€212).
A bus is $170 (€138) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Paris costing on average $264 (€214).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 1m.
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
Tickets start at around $94 (€76) compared to roughly $197 (€159) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€83). The journey takes 10h 35m versus 10h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 13h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:42PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 15h43 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $92 |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Paris buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:05 AM Hamburg | 14h05 | 4:10 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM Hamburg | 14h00 | 8:05 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Hamburg | 14h55 | 9:25 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Hamburg | 16h10 | 4:10 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Hamburg | 13h10 | 5:00 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Hamburg | 13h05 | 5:50 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Hamburg | 12h25 | 6:25 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Hamburg | 12h25 | 7:25 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Hamburg | 21h20 | 6:20 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hamburg to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 464 miles (748 km) distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 464 miles (748 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
Renowned museum in a former railway station, especially celebrated for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. One of Paris’s essential art visits.
Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its bold inside-out architecture and strong international collection. Popular with visitors interested in 20th-century art.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, viewpoints, and the Sacré-Cœur. A classic area for wandering and photography.
One of Paris’s most popular neighborhoods, mixing historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and museums. Excellent for walking and people-watching.
World-famous avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for monumental scale, flagship stores, and national celebrations.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a boulangerie.
A classic Paris sandwich of baguette, butter, and ham, prized for its simplicity and found in bakeries across the city.
A beloved French bistro staple of steak served with fries, common on Paris menus and emblematic of casual dining.
Iconic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon offering classic French cuisine in an opulent historic dining room.
Established Alsatian brasserie near Bastille, admired for seafood, choucroute, and an elegant historic interior.
Well-known crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and artisanal cider in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining, though bakeries, markets, and set lunches can keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is fine; round up taxis.
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With a long-distance bus you can travel quickly and comfortably from Paris to Hamburg. A direct drive takes about 12 hours 18 minutes.
Multiple long-distance bus companies offer a daily trip by bus from Hamburg to Paris. These include Eurolines France and FlixBus. With both long-distance bus companies you can travel directly from Hamburg to Paris.
A direct trip by bus from Hamburg to Paris takes about 12 hours 18 minutes. For transfers in Bremen, Düsseldorf or Hanover, the journey time may increase to about 14 hours.
On average, around 15 bus connections are offered daily on the Hamburg - Paris route, and around 100 per week. The first bus leaves the Hanseatic city shortly after 1 am, the last starts shortly before 22 pm.
At which bus station does the long-distance bus depart in Hamburg. The central bus station is located directly at Hamburg main station and is well connected to the public transport system. The underground line U4 connects the main station with the famous HafenCity, the journey takes about 0.20 hours.
At which bus station does the long-distance bus arrive in Paris. The Paris long-distance bus stations "Quai de Bercy" and "Galliéni" can be reached from the city center by metro and trains of the suburban train RER in about 0.30 hours.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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