Find coaches from Zürich to Hamburg

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Next departures from Zürich to Hamburg on 23 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 departure00:00
Distance431 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Zürich to Hamburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Hamburg

  1. How far is Hamburg from Zürich by coach?

    The journey from Zürich to Hamburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 432 miles (696 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Zürich to Hamburg without flying?

    To travel from Zürich to Hamburg without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
20/08
US$132
21/08
US$183
Today
US$132
23/08
US$143
24/08
US$126
25/08
US$52
26/08
US$50
27/08
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Hamburg was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$50

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$50 to US$183 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$50, which is on 2025-08-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Zürich to Hamburg but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Zürich to Hamburg will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Zürich to Hamburg, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

Will you be returning to Zürich by bus?

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