- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Hamburg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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 Düsseldorf to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 342 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £222 Average Price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 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 | 0:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h05 | 6:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h40 | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h35 | 15:35 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 7h10 | 19:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 342 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
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A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
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Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

Most Düsseldorf to Hamburg buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf 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), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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