How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg start from $29. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?

The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Hamburg is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 297 miles (479 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Hamburg at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Heidelberg to Hamburg from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	8h 15m	6:50am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:30am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	18h 25m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 39m	2:45am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 9m	4:15am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:15am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	9h 52m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	8h 15m	6:50am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
		5:30am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	18h 25m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	8h 15m	6:50am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:30am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	18h 25m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 14m	8:20pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 39m	2:45am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	11h 9m	4:15am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	8h 15m	6:50am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
		5:30am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	18h 25m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:30am	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	18h 25m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:21 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg 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 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

292 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $123	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $185	Average Duration7h 28m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $63	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Hamburg?

Stops in Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
B
Heidelberg
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
C
Heidelberg Central Station
Kurfürsten-Anlage 60, 69115 Heidelberg, 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
Visit page
D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,134 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg start from $29. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Hamburg is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 297 miles (479 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Hamburg at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg generates an estimated 12 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

01/20

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01/21

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Today

$56

01/23

$39

01/24

$38

01/25

$39

01/26

$33

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $62 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2026-01-26.