How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Berlin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Berlin start from $13. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Berlin?

The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Berlin is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Berlin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Berlin at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Hamburg to Berlin generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Hamburg to Berlin from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	12:45pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	10:40am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 10m	1:50pm	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	12:45pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	10:45am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	10:45am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Berlin on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 15m	10:45am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	3h 5m	7:05am	Alt-Tegel	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 15m	8:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	4h 40m	8:55pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	HAM Airport	3h 55m	8:10pm	Alt-Tegel	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Berlin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

158 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $113	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $229	Average Duration2h 34m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $47	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Berlin?

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 Berlin

A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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B
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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D
Puschkinallee
Puschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
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E
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Berlin by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Berlin start from $13. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Berlin?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Berlin is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Berlin at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Berlin?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Berlin generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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

01/30

$26

01/31

$26

Today

$24

02/02

$15

02/03

$13

02/04

$13

02/05

$13

02/06

$16

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Berlin was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $79 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-02-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Hamburg to Berlin?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 30m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures41
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 34m	Avg Price$28	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures22