Bus Tickets from Hamburg to Cologne

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Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on October 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)CheapestFastest
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$17 - US$117Average Duration7h 45m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$13 - US$242Average Duration4h 14m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$18 - US$50Average Duration4h 20m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Hamburg to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Hamburg to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$27
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 45m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance347 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Hamburg to Cologne Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cologne from Hamburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Hamburg - Cologne

  1. What is the distance between Hamburg and Cologne?

    The distance between Hamburg and Cologne is around 358 km (222 miles).

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-03
US$47
10-04
US$30
Today
US$46
10-06
US$23
10-07
US$20
10-08
US$22
10-09
US$22
10-10
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of US$20

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

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Hamburg to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Hamburg to Cologne.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Hamburg by bus?

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You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Hamburg to Cologne

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