Bus from Cologne to Hamburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Hamburg on January 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Hbf
    Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
    Flixbus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    HAM AirportNo tags
    Flixbus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    HAM AirportNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:55 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Hamburg

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12carpool per day
    4h 20mAverage Duration
    358 kmDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$28 - $216Average Duration8h 50m
    9kg CO₂e
    Average Price$11 - $265Average Duration4h 4m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$28 - $75Average Duration4h 20m
    15kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Hamburg by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Hamburg?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Hamburg start from $28. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Hamburg?

      The average bus travel time from Cologne to Hamburg is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 364 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Hamburg route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Hamburg?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Hamburg at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Hamburg?

      A bus trip from Cologne to Hamburg generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    01-05
    $46
    01-06
    $76
    Today
    $39
    01-08
    $37
    01-09
    $49
    01-10
    $33
    01-11
    $46
    01-12
    $30
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $30

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Hamburg, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $30 to $126 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-01-12.

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