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

The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main start from £16. The average price for this route is around £33. 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 11h 35m, 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 £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:50	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	7h 59m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	14:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 55m	04:10	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:50	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	7h 59m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 25m	04:10	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 6 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:45	HAM Airport	11h	16:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	11h 46m	17:31	Südbahnhof	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:50	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:45	HAM Airport	11h	16:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	11h 46m	17:31	Südbahnhof	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:50	Hamburg Hbf	9h 10m	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:45	HAM Airport	11h	16:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:50	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	7h 59m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 30m	08:15	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 15m	16:45	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
05:45	HAM Airport	11h	16:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
02:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	14h 15m	17:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 50m	17:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on 11 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 25m	02:40	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	16:15	HAM Airport	13h 25m	05:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:50	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Harburg	7h 59m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	04:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 20m	17:20	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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£16 - £123	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £224	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£20 - £43	Average duration4h 50m	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

3.5/511,516 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11516 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 £16

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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 £16. The average price for this route is around £33. 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 11h 35m, 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

02/12

£34

03/12

£35

Today

£25

05/12

£29

06/12

£23

07/12

£30

08/12

£20

09/12

£21

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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 £20 to £110 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 £20, which is on 2025-12-08.