Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
| Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | HAM Airport | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:29 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£37 - £163 | Average duration18h 45m | 17kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£46 - £72 | Average duration8h 30m | 29kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Hamburg?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to Hamburg
How far is Hamburg from Zürich by coach?
The journey from Zürich to Hamburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 432 miles (696 km).
What is the best way to go from Zürich to Hamburg without flying?
To travel from Zürich to Hamburg without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Hamburg was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £32 to £99 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-24.
