Bus Tickets from Cologne to Hamburg

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Next departures for Cologne to Hamburg on November 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Hbf
    		HAM AirportCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:31 AM 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 $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12carpool per day
    4h 20mAverage Duration
    358 kmDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$25 - $224Average Duration7h 25m
    9kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$18 - $386Average Duration4h 13m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$24 - $71Average Duration4h 20m
    15kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Hamburg by bus

    1. What is the distance between Cologne and Hamburg?

      The distance covered from Cologne to Hamburg is 358 km (222 miles).

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Hamburg?

      Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Hamburg Airport, in Hamburg.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11-18
    $37
    11-19
    $53
    Today
    $19
    11-21
    $20
    11-22
    $36
    11-23
    $42
    11-24
    $31
    11-25
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $19

    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 $19 to $78 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 $20 which is on 2025-11-21.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Hamburg?

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