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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Erfurt central train station | Cheapest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Erfurt central train station | Fastest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Erfurt central train station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Erfurt central train station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Erfurt central train station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Erfurt
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.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Erfurt?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
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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.
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.
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.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Erfurt route?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Erfurt was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $66To 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.
