Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Hamburg on August 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
Flixbus
Alt-Tegel
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
HAM AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Berlin Südkreuz
HAM AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Alt-Tegel
HAM AirportNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Hamburg

Average PriceUS$13 - US$134Average Duration3h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$11 - US$188Average Duration2h 51m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$11 - US$56Average Duration3h
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Berlin to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Berlin to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$22
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses48
Earliest bus departure12:10am
Distance243 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Berlin to Hamburg Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Berlin to Hamburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Berlin to Hamburg will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Berlin to Hamburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Berlin - Hamburg

  1. What is the travel distance from Berlin to Hamburg?

    It's about 256 km (159 miles) from Berlin to Hamburg.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Berlin to Hamburg?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Berlin Südkreuz, in Berlin, and end it at Hamburg Airport, 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
08-20
US$24
08-21
US$31
Today
US$28
08-23
US$27
08-24
US$26
08-25
US$18
08-26
US$15
08-27
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Hamburg was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$79 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15 which is on 2025-08-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Berlin and Hamburg!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Berlin to Hamburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Berlin to Hamburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Berlin to Hamburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Berlin by bus?

Bus from Hamburg to Berlin

You can also go to Hamburg by train

Train from Berlin to Hamburg

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