- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Berlin will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 26 buses that leave Hamburg for Berlin every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £189.
Distance: 255 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £189 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Berlin coaches for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 23:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h25 | 3:10 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h10 | 2:55 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 2:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h40 | 6:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 6:05 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h05 | 6:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h05 | 7:05 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h25 | 7:25 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h50 | 7:50 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h35 | 8:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h20 | 9:10 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h45 | 13:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 12:45 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h20 | 14:05 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h05 | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h55 | 17:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h20 | 16:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h30 | 17:30 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h30 | 20:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h05 | 20:15 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h00 | 21:10 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 22:45 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h55 | 1:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 1:10 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h25 | 3:25 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h00 | 3:00 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 2:15 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Hamburg to Berlin run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 37 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Berlin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berlin trip today.
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.
A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.
A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
Curried pork sausage sliced and served with ketchup and curry powder. A post-war Berlin classic, especially popular from street food stands.
Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
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Berlin Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) -> Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Buses from Hamburg to Berlin are plentiful, and several companies cover the route each day. There is at least one bus every hour, with more at busier times like in the early afternoon. Companies that operate services between the two cities include Meinfernbus, Flixbus, Berlinlinienbus and Postbus, and the journey of about 285 km takes just over 3 hours. The first bus departs very early in the morning while the last leaves late in the evening.
Return journeys on buses from Berlin to Hamburg are also available.
Buses from Hamburg to Berlin depart from the ZOB or central bus station in the St. Georg area in the centre of the city. The station is a local landmark, and local bus services run to all parts of the city throughout the day, while a night bus service offers easy access at any time. S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations are a short walk from the station and trains run from early morning till about 01.00. Local taxis will also drop travellers at the station at any time.
Travellers from all over the world visit Berlin to see iconic sites like the Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column. The city has something for everyone, and visitors can explore the city's famous zoo or take advantage of fantastic shopping and nightlife.
Buses from Hamburg to Berlin arrive at the long-distance bus terminus at the city's Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof or central bus station which is located on Masurenallee in Charlottenburg. Local buses depart throughout the day and night to every part of Berlin, while the U-Bahn and S-Bahn stations can be easily reached in 5 minutes by following the signposts.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Berlin by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Berlin buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Berlin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available in the airport.
Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.
Available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
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