- 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 on 05 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 30 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Duisburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Hamburg will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Duisburg to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 324 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 324 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £158 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Hamburg:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Hamburg costing on average £25.
A coach is £137 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Hamburg costing on average £158.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Coach takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 4h 55m versus 4h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Hamburg coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 15:45 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 5h55 | 21:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus | 5:40 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 5h05 | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Duisburg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 324 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 324 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Hamburg buses use the Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz. ATMs are aTM located within the station premises.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz.
Available at Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz: Station equipped with ramps for wheelchair access.
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.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Nordsee (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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