How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from $17. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Leipzig to Hamburg?

The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Hamburg is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 187 miles (302 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg generates an estimated 7.527575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Leipzig to Hamburg from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:20pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:10pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
6:50am	Leipzig central station	8h 45m	3:35pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:20pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:10pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:35am	Leipzig Hbf	10h 5m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	6:40am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:20pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:10pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:50am	Leipzig Hbf	10h 50m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	4:15pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:05pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:35am	Leipzig Hbf	10h 5m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:15pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:05pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:35am	Leipzig Hbf	10h 5m	8:40pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:15pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:05pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:35am	Leipzig central station	6h 59m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	10:30am	Leipzig central station	7h 45m	6:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:00pm	Leipzig central station	7h 34m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on April 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:20pm	Leipzig central station	5h 50m	10:10pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Leipzig central station	7h	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:35am	Leipzig central station	6h 59m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	10:30am	Leipzig central station	7h 45m	6:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:00pm	Leipzig central station	7h 34m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:29 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

3h 59mAverage Duration

182 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $101	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $245	Average Duration3h 59m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Hamburg?

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,479 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from $17. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Hamburg is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 187 miles (302 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg generates an estimated 7.527575 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

04/13

$26

04/14

$27

Today

$28

04/16

$25

04/17

$24

04/18

$19

04/19

$22

04/20

$20

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $54 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-04-18.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 35m	Avg Price$32	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 59m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 10m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures5