How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start at R 322. The average price for this route is around R 682. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Cologne is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 357 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Cologne?

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

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne?

A bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Hamburg to Cologne from R 274 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	01:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 5m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	11h 58m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
	05:45	HAM Airport	15h 45m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	14:25	HAM Airport	16h 55m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 5m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	11h 58m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
	05:45	HAM Airport	15h 45m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	14:25	HAM Airport	16h 55m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 50m	01:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 56m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	01:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 56m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	01:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 56m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 50m	01:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 56m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	23:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Cologne on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 50m	01:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 56m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 45m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

358 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 322 - R 2 297	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 206 - R 3 673	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 355 - R 989	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Cologne?

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 Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11621 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 R 322

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Cologne by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start at R 322. The average price for this route is around R 682. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Cologne is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 357 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Cologne at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 497

14/12

R 742

Today

R 662

16/12

R 580

17/12

R 518

18/12

R 569

19/12

R 620

20/12

R 725

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 497

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

You can expect to pay from R 497 to R 1 468 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 518, which is on 2025-12-17.