Bus from Dortmund to Hamburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Hamburg on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    HAM AirportCheapest
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
      Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
      Flixbus
      Dortmund
      Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 09:54 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund 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 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      12carpool per day
      3h 30mAverage duration
      177 milesDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£14 - £77Average duration7h 10m
      7kg CO₂e
      Average price£15 - £141Average duration2h 51m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price£13 - £35Average duration3h 30m
      12kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Hamburg?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg start from £14. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Dortmund to Hamburg?

        The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Hamburg is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 181 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Hamburg at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

        A bus journey from Dortmund to Hamburg produces an estimated 7 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
      12/12
      £24
      13/12
      £18
      Today
      £27
      15/12
      £20
      16/12
      £20
      17/12
      £16
      18/12
      £12
      19/12
      £17
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Hamburg was searched and found on 18 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 Dortmund to Hamburg as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £12 to £27 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-18.

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

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