Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | HAM Airport | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| HAM Airport | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Hamburg to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Cologne?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - C
Harburg
Hörstener 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
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from $19. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Cologne is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get 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 7 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 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne generates an estimated 8.865725000000001 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.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of $22To 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 $22 to $99 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 $22 which is on 2026-06-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hamburg to Cologne?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
