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TodayAug 20
from US$129
TomorrowAug 21
from US$196
FriAug 22
from US$142
SatAug 23
from US$122
SunAug 24
from US$129
MonAug 25
from US$55
TueAug 26
from US$53
WedAug 27

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: August 22 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to Hamburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$41 - US$228Average Duration18h 30m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$60 - US$67Average Duration9h 10m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zürich to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zürich to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 30m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:00am
Distance694 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Zürich to Hamburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Hamburg

  1. What is the distance between Zürich and Hamburg?

    Zürich and Hamburg are 696 km (432 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße in Zürich will take you to Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) 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
08-18
US$85
08-19
US$56
Today
US$120
08-21
US$184
08-22
US$133
08-23
US$114
08-24
US$121
08-25
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Hamburg was searched and found on Aug 25, 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$203 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52 which is on 2025-08-25.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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