How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main start from £18. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 255 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

A bus journey from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 10 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	15h 20m	04:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	10h 56m	00:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	Fastest
	16:15	HAM Airport	16h 55m	09:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	21:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	12h	09:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	17h 30m	09:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 11 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 20m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:45	HAM Airport	13h 5m	18:50	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	15h 31m	04:50	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	16h 55m	09:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	03:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	16h 30m	20:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 12 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 20m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	14:45	HAM Airport	11h 50m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	8h 14m	23:15	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	16h 55m	09:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	10h 56m	00:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 13 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 20m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	14:45	HAM Airport	11h 50m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 10m	12:00	Südbahnhof	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	16h 55m	09:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	8h 14m	23:15	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 14 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 20m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:45	HAM Airport	13h 5m	18:50	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 10m	12:00	Südbahnhof	No tags
	14:45	HAM Airport	11h 50m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Harburg	8h 9m	17:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 15 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 20m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	14:45	HAM Airport	11h 50m	02:35	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:01	Harburg	8h 59m	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	16h 55m	09:10	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:01	Harburg	8h 34m	01:35	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 16 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 55m	17:55	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	10:15	HAM Airport	7h 40m	17:55	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	10h 56m	00:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	11:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	18:35	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	10:15	HAM Airport	8h 20m	18:35	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

5hAverage duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £134	Average duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £153	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £44	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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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 Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,305 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12305 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £18

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

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

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main start from £18. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 255 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
A bus journey from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main produces an estimated 10 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

08/03

£40

09/03

£39

Today

£37

11/03

£28

12/03

£26

13/03

£31

14/03

£26

15/03

£31

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 14 Mar 2026 with a price of £26

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

You can expect to pay from £26 to £72 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2026-03-14.