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The cheapest and fastest buses from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 18
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
553 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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.
Fast buses
Of the 3 buses that leave Stuttgart Airport for Hamburg Airport on Thu, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct buses cover the 553 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest buses will take 11 h 41 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.
11:05 PM8h40Stuttgart Airport7:45 AMHamburg Airport$381One-way0 transfers- 10:05 PM8h40Stuttgart Airport6:45 AMHamburg Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 6:14 AM11h41Stuttgart Airport5:55 PMHamburg Airport$571One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 PM8h40Stuttgart Airport7:45 AMHamburg Airport$381One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 PM8h40Stuttgart Airport6:45 AMHamburg Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 6:14 AM11h41Stuttgart Airport5:55 PMHamburg Airport$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price | $133 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport is a bus with an average price of $47 (€38).
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport:
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $133 (€108).
A bus is $165 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport costing on average $212 (€172).
The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 29m.
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 36m.
Bus takes on average 10h 17m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart Airport and Hamburg Airport including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about -4h -36m sooner (10h 17m by bus vs 6h 41m by car) and save roughly $-18.08 (€-14.65) compared to fuel and tolls ($47 (€38) vs $29 (€24)). 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 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.
Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:14AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 11h41 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 12h26 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 10:05 PM Stuttgart Airport | 8h40 | 6:45 AM Hamburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:05 PM Stuttgart Airport | 8h40 | 7:45 AM Hamburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ecolines as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport
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Buses from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 10h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Ecolines, FlixBus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg AirportYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport with Ecolines, FlixBus for as low as $30 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Ecolines
About
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company, founded in 1993, and is one of the largest and most experienced coach operators in Europe and the Baltic States. It offers comfortable travel to approximately 20 countries and 205 cities daily, with a fleet of over 200 buses, primarily Neoplan, MAN, and Setra coaches. Ecolines operates an extensive route network across the Baltic States, Western, and Eastern Europe, with major hubs including Riga, Berlin, Hamburg, and Warsaw. Many buses offer amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi, and on longer trips, personal entertainment devices and stewards are available.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31h 35m
Cheapest Price
$78 (€63)
Ecolines frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Designated seating; Assistance with luggage.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior arrangement required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; additional fee may apply.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
FlixBus frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Hamburg Airport
Things to do in Hamburg Airport
Discover the best of Hamburg Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg Airport trip today.
- Must visit
Deichtorhallen Hamburg
Major venue for contemporary art and photography in striking former market halls. Highly regarded for blockbuster exhibitions and strong visual appeal.
- Must visit
Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous miniature railway and model world in Speicherstadt. Though not a traditional museum, it is one of Hamburg’s most visited exhibition attractions.
- Must visit
Jungfernstieg
Elegant waterfront promenade along the Inner Alster, central for shopping, walking, and classic Hamburg views. One of the city’s best-known public spaces.
- Must visit
Landungsbrücken
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.
- Must visit
Alster Lakes
Scenic walking and boating area around the Binnenalster and Außenalster. Ideal for relaxed views, jogging, and classic postcard perspectives of Hamburg.
Fischbrötchen
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.
- Gluten-free
Labskaus
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.
- Vegetarian
Franzbrötchen
A sweet, cinnamon-butter pastry from Hamburg with a flaky, slightly caramelized texture. It is one of the city’s best-known bakery specialties.
Fischereihafen Restaurant
An established upscale seafood restaurant with harbor flair, respected for high-quality fish, shellfish, and polished service.
Old Commercial Room
A historic Hamburg institution near St. Michaelis, famous for classic local dishes such as Labskaus, roast meats, and other Hanseatic specialties.
Schifferbörse Restaurant
A long-running traditional seafood and North German restaurant in central Hamburg, known for fish classics and maritime atmosphere.
Euro
Airport prices are higher than in the city, but Germany is generally moderate for food, coffee, and transport.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-12 for snacks or fast food.
- Mid-range
- EUR 15-25 per person.
- Fine dining
- EUR 50+ per person.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
hvv switch
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 3.80 EUR
- Day pass
- 8.40 EUR
To the city center
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport -> Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Distance
- 10 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- You can buy HVV tickets in the hvv switch app, at ticket machines, or on the platform before boarding. Card payment is generally available at machines.
- The S1 from Hamburg Airport is the simplest route to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof and runs frequently. Validate that you are traveling in the correct HVV fare zones before buying a ticket.
FAQs: Bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport can start from as little as $30 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport is $47 (€38) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport is 8h 40m to travel the 343 miles (553 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport leaves at 11:05 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport, you can count on Ecolines, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Hamburg Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Stuttgart Airport and Hamburg Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Hamburg Airport from Stuttgart Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart Airport and Hamburg Airport including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport:
- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport for bus company Ecolines, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport depends on the bus companies:
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Ecolines, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport:
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport:
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport. The following conditions apply:
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport with the following bus company: Ecolines, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport with the following bus company: Ecolines, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport with the following bus company: Ecolines, FlixBus.
Since both Stuttgart Airport and Hamburg Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart Airport to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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