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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aachen to Hamburg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Sept
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
10 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
11 h 50 m
Buses on 01 Sept
4
Distance
411 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aachen to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Hamburg will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Fast coaches
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 4 buses from Aachen to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 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.
18:4510h55Aachen5:40Hamburg£261One-way0 changes- 20:1512h30Aachen8:45Hamburg£291One-way0 changes
- 17:4510h55Aachen4:40Hamburg£371One-way0 changes
- 7:0013h00Aachen20:00Hamburg£481One-way0 changes
- 18:4510h55Aachen5:40Hamburg£261One-way0 changes
- 17:4510h55Aachen4:40Hamburg£371One-way0 changes
- 20:1512h30Aachen8:45Hamburg£291One-way0 changes
- 7:0013h00Aachen20:00Hamburg£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aachen to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 411 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £152 Average Price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aachen to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Hamburg coaches for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 12h30 | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
| 7:00 Aachen | 13h00 | 20:00 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 Aachen | 10h55 | 4:40 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aachen to Hamburg
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Buses from Aachen to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 411 km distance in 8h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 411 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Aachen to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Aachen to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£18
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Hamburg
Things to do in Hamburg
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
- Recommended
Deichtorhallen Hamburg
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
- Recommended
Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
- Must visit
Speicherstadt
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
- Must visit
HafenCity
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
- Must visit
Jungfernstieg
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
- Gluten-free
Finkenwerder Scholle
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
- Gluten-free
Birnen, Bohnen und Speck
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Grünkohl mit Pinkel
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Fischereihafen Restaurant
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Rive
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Old Commercial Room
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
hvv switch
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.00
- Day pass
- €7.80
To the city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof -> Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in the hvv switch app for a 7% online discount on single and day tickets.
- On buses in Hamburg, cash is not standard; use the hvv prepaid card, app, or a ticket machine before boarding where possible.
FAQs: Aachen to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Aachen to Hamburg can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Aachen to Hamburg is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Aachen to Hamburg is 8h 50m to travel the 411 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Aachen to Hamburg leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Aachen to Hamburg leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Aachen to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Aachen to Hamburg, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Aachen and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Aachen , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße, Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) . When arriving in Hamburg , you can end your route in coach stations like Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Hamburg from Aachen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Aachen to Hamburg is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aachen and Hamburg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Aachen to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Aachen to Hamburg for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Aachen to Hamburg depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Aachen to Hamburg.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Aachen to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Aachen to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Aachen to Hamburg. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Aachen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Aachen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Aachen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aachen and Hamburg
Most Aachen to Hamburg buses use the Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Aachen
Arrival bus stations in Hamburg
Which Aachen station do buses to Hamburg leave from?
Buses from Aachen to Hamburg leave from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße. The station is 1 km from Aachen city centre at Henricistraße & Kühlwetterstraße, 52072 Aachen, Germany.
Aachen, Henricistraße / KühlwetterstraßeHenricistraße & Kühlwetterstraße, 52072 Aachen, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße from Aachen city centre
Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
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Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße bus station facilities and services
Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße. ATMs are available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße: Accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Which Hamburg station do buses from Aachen arrive at?
Buses from Aachen to Hamburg most often arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Some services arrive at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Hamburg arrival station.
Hamburg, Zentraler OmnibusbahnhofAdenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
BusX80, 610, 609, 3, 641, 608, 606, 603, 19, 5 · 6m · £3 · every ~45 min
SubwayU3 · 3m · £2 · every ~27 min
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Hamburg, S Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport station, 22335 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £0.90
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £6 · every ~5 min
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available in the airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
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