Bus Tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: HAM Airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:43 PM CEST.

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Compare 3 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg

Average Price$70 - $163Average Duration15h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average Price$17 - $307Average Duration3h 19m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$25 - $64Average Duration3h 40m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
$25Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$96
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:05pm
Distance307 km

Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gelsenkirchen - Hamburg

  1. How long is the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg by bus is around 15h 5m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Hamburg in about 15h 5m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

    The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg is around 301 km (187 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

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

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

    Taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg costs on average $96.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Gelsenkirchen until 11:05pm and reaching Hamburg on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-19
$83
05-20
$76
Today
$70
05-22
$123
05-23
$85
05-24
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05-25
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05-26
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $123 for a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-05-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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