The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dresden to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- DKK 235
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- DKK 283
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 6 h 6 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 6 h 22 m
- Buses on 12 Nov
- 21
- Distance
- 378 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dresden to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Hamburg will cost around DKK 283 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only DKK 235.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 21 buses from Dresden to Hamburg, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 36 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus8:20 PM 7h55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 4:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 235 1 One-way 1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM 8h20 Dresden, Bf Neustadt 5:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 239 1 One-way 1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus7:15 PM 7h20 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 2:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 239 1 One-way 1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 PM 7h05 Dresden, Bf Neustadt 2:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 239 1 One-way 1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus5:30 PM 7h30 Dresden, Bf Neustadt 1:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 259 1 One-way 1 change
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FlixTrain4:15 AM 6h06 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf DKK 263 1 One-way 1 change
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FlixTrain10:10 AM 6h11 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf DKK 263 1 One-way 1 change
FlixBus1:00 PM 6h20 Dresden, Bf Neustadt 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 279 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus12:45 PM 6h35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof DKK 279 1 One-way 0 changes
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FlixTrain5:45 AM 6h36 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) 12:21 PM Hamburg Hbf DKK 279 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Hamburg
Buses from Dresden to Hamburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at DKK 128 but you can travel from only DKK 56 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 378 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 128 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Dresden to Hamburg trip
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Live departures
Dresden to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Hamburg coaches for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h30 | 5:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 8h20 | 5:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h00 | 6:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday, 12 November | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:30 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 6h51 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h40 | 10:20 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h06 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h50 | 3:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h25 | 3:35 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:45 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h36 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 7h15 | 1:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 14h00 | 8:40 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h11 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h41 | 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 8h26 | 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h35 | 11:50 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h35 | 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 6h20 | 7:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h45 | 1:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 7h30 | 1:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h20 | 2:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 7h05 | 2:35 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dresden and Hamburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Dresden to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Hamburg by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Hamburg
Most Dresden to Hamburg buses use the Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Dresden station do buses to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) from Dresden city centre
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Dresden, Bf Neustadt from Dresden city centre
Dresden, Bf Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bf Neustadt bus station facilities and services
Dresden, Bf Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe and snack options available inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Hamburg station do buses from Dresden arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available in the airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Bus stations for Dresden to Hamburg
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