- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Hamburg’s premier art museum, with major European paintings, modern art, and contemporary works across several buildings. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich 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 Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 2 buses that leave Munich Airport for Hamburg Airport on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 22 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $135 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $135 (€109).
A bus is $134 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $199 (€161).
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 53m.
Bus takes on average 8h 10m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (8h 10m by bus vs 8h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€52) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:21PM | Duration 15h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM München, Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 12h50 | 4:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM München, Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 10h30 | 7:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM München, Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 17h30 | 2:40 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 12:55 AM Munich Airport | 17h20 | 6:15 PM Hamburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Munich Airport to Hamburg Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Hamburg Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg Airport trip today.
Hamburg’s premier art museum, with major European paintings, modern art, and contemporary works across several buildings. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Major venue for contemporary art and photography in striking former market halls. Highly regarded for blockbuster exhibitions and strong visual appeal.
World-famous miniature railway and model world in Speicherstadt. Though not a traditional museum, it is one of Hamburg’s most visited exhibition attractions.
Elegant waterfront promenade along the Inner Alster, central for shopping, walking, and classic Hamburg views. One of the city’s best-known public spaces.
Lively harbor promenade with piers, ferries, and sweeping river views. A key base for exploring the waterfront and one of Hamburg’s classic visitor areas.
Scenic walking and boating area around the Binnenalster and Außenalster. Ideal for relaxed views, jogging, and classic postcard perspectives of Hamburg.
A crusty bread roll filled with pickled herring, Bismarck herring, salmon, or shrimp. It is one of Hamburg’s most iconic quick bites, reflecting the city’s maritime heritage.
A traditional North German sailor’s dish of mashed corned beef, potatoes, and beetroot, often served with herring, egg, and pickles. It is a classic specialty strongly associated with Hamburg.
A sweet, cinnamon-butter pastry from Hamburg with a flaky, slightly caramelized texture. It is one of the city’s best-known bakery specialties.
An established upscale seafood restaurant with harbor flair, respected for high-quality fish, shellfish, and polished service.
A historic Hamburg institution near St. Michaelis, famous for classic local dishes such as Labskaus, roast meats, and other Hanseatic specialties.
A long-running traditional seafood and North German restaurant in central Hamburg, known for fish classics and maritime atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than in the city, but Germany is generally moderate for food, coffee, and transport.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tipping is modest in cafes; round up taxis.
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Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport -> Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
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