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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: HamburgDestination location: Hbf
- This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: HamburgDestination location: HAM Airport
- Departure time: April 25 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: HamburgDestination location: HAM Airport
- Departure time: April 25 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: HbfArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: HamburgDestination location: HAM Airport
Bus Cologne to Hamburg: Trip Overview
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Based on 2578 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$11.00
Cologne to Hamburg Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Buses | 4 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 4:05AM - 11:35PM |
Minimum Price | US$14 |
Average Ticket Price | US$45 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 6h40m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 10h40m |
Distance | 356 km |
Bus companies on this route | FlixBus |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Cologne and Hamburg?
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
HbfGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Gummersbacher Str.Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
Riehl ZooHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
Leverkusen MitteCologne,, Germany
Rhein Energie StadionBahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
HbfAdenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
ZOBHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
HarburgBuchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
SteinwerderSylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
VolksparkstadionFrequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Hamburg
The average bus ticket price from Cologne to Hamburg is US$45. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Cologne and Hamburg is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 40m.This is the time it takes to travel the 358 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Cologne to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Cologne to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
Buses travelling between Cologne and Hamburg leave from Cologne Airport or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Hamburg Airport, ZOB.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 US$17 to US$32 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 US$17 which is on 2024-04-28.
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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Hamburg.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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