Bus from Hamburg to Erfurt: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Hamburg to Erfurt on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Erfurt central train stationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Erfurt central train stationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Erfurt central train stationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Erfurt central train stationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Hamburg Hbf
Erfurt central train stationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Erfurt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
294 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $107Average Duration10h 10m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$67 - $381Average Duration4h 14m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$34 - $51Average Duration4h 20m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Erfurt 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 Hamburg to Erfurt?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Erfurt start from $42. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Hamburg to Erfurt?

    The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Erfurt is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Infobus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Erfurt at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Hamburg to Erfurt generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Erfurt?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Erfurt was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $40 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-01.

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