The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£162
Average price
£204
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hamburg will cost around £204 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £162.
To travel from Edinburgh to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0529h30Edinburgh, Bus Station15:35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1621One-way1 change
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FlixTrain22:4036h54Edinburgh, Bus Station12:34Hamburg Hbf£1771One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:0932h26Edinburgh, Drum Brae South15:35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1781One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:4031h00Edinburgh, Bus Station6:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£2391One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:1533h25Edinburgh, Bus Station21:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£2621One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0529h30Edinburgh, Bus Station15:35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1621One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:4031h00Edinburgh, Bus Station6:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£2391One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:0932h26Edinburgh, Drum Brae South15:35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1781One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:1533h25Edinburgh, Bus Station21:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£2621One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain22:4036h54Edinburgh, Bus Station12:34Hamburg Hbf£1771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Edinburgh to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, and a train costs an average of £440.
Distance: 886 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price Cheapest | £185 Average Price | £452 Average Price |
26h 32m Average total duration 26h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hamburg coaches for today, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 31h00 | 6:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 16 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 32h26 | 15:35 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 29h30 | 15:35 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 33h25 | 21:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Hamburg by coach, flight or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Hamburg
Buses from Edinburgh to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £79 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 886 km distance in 29h 30m.
Distance 886 km |
Average bus duration 26h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 29h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Edinburgh to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Hamburg with FlixBus for as low as £79. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Hamburg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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