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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hbf | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Cheapest | |||||
| Erdberg | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Fastest | |||||
| Erdberg | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Harburg | No tags | |||||
| Hbf | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 960, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Hamburg?
Stops in Vienna
- A
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - DEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
- EFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- FTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Hamburg 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 Vienna to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Hamburg start at R 720. The average price for this route is around R 1 242. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Hamburg?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Hamburg is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 745 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Hamburg at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Vienna to Hamburg produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Arda Tur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Hamburg was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 730To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 730 to R 2 908 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 730, which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually FlixBus, Arda Tur will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
