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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for astonishing detail and strong appeal for all ages.
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 44 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
1111 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tallinn to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn to Hamburg will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Tallinn to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 690 miles (1111 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price Cheapest | $228 Average price | $192 Average price | $332 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 59m Average total duration 27h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 51h 36m Average total duration 51h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Tallinn to Hamburg:
A bus is $77 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tallinn to Hamburg costing on average $192 (€155).
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tallinn to Hamburg costing on average $228 (€184).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 29m.
Train takes on average 51h 6m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $332 (€268) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $217 (€175). The journey takes 27h 29m versus 20h 46m 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.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 31h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Hamburg buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 28h05 | 1:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 27h40 | 1:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 31h25 | 8:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 31h59 | 8:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 27h30 | 8:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 28h04 | 8:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 33h30 | 7:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 38h49 | 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 33h05 | 7:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:10 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 38h24 | 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 35h15 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 36h34 | 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 34h50 | 11:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 36h09 | 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Tallinn to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 690 miles (1111 km) distance in 27h 30m.
Distance 690 miles (1111 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 27h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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