What is the travel distance from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

The distance separating Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg is 187 miles (301 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

The majority of buses traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg start their journey at Gelsenkirchen and wind up at Hamburg Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lake Alster, Cap San Diego, Hagenbeck – the wild side of Hamburg, St. Michaelis Church and Hamburg’s Sightseeing Tours.

Bus Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg from $21 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	8h 40m	7:45am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 30m	12:15am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	7h 55m	7:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	8h 40m	7:45am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	7h 55m	7:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

186 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $113	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $219	Average Duration3h 21m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $43	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg?

Stops in Gelsenkirchen

A
Gelsenkirchen
Bleckstraße 64A, 45889 Gelsenkirchen
B
Arena Aufschalke
Kurt-Schumacher-Straße 255, 45897 Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg by bus

What is the travel distance from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$24

11/20

$57

Today

$59

11/22

$70

11/23

$62

11/24

$55

11/25

No data

11/26

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The cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $70 for a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-11-24.