Bus from Berlin to Hamburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Berlin to Hamburg on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Alt-Tegel
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
HAM AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Berlin Südkreuz
HAM AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Alt-Tegel
HAM AirportNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin 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 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26carpool per day
2h 50mAverage duration
159 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £90Average duration3h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£9 - £182Average duration2h 53m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£8 - £67Average duration2h 50m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Berlin to Hamburg

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Hamburg?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Berlin to Hamburg start from £10. The average price for this route is around £17. 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 journey from Berlin to Hamburg?

    The average bus journey time from Berlin to Hamburg is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 154 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Hamburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Hamburg at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

    A bus journey from Berlin to Hamburg produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/11
£66
01/12
£18
Today
£14
03/12
£12
04/12
£12
05/12
£15
06/12
£15
07/12
£13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £66 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-04.

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

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