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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept

Cheapest price on 08 Sept

£17

Average ticket price on 08 Sept

£17

Fastest journey on 08 Sept

5 h 25 m

Average journey duration on 08 Sept

5 h 41 m

Buses on 08 Sept

4

Distance

311 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen to Hamburg will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

On Tue 08 Sept, we found 4 buses from Essen to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:155h25
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    21:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:106h10
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    19:20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:505h45
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    15:35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:155h25
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    6:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    £171One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. 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 £27, while a flight costs an average of £174.

Distance: 311 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Flight
Driving

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

£174

Average Price

£49

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 13m

Average total duration

4h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 46m

Average total duration

3h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Eurowings

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Hamburg is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Hamburg:

A coach is £0.63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Hamburg costing on average £28.

A coach is £147 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Hamburg costing on average £174.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 16m.

Coach takes on average 4h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and Hamburg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 4h 43m versus 4h 24m 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 BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.

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.

Live departures

Essen to Hamburg bus times

The table below shows live departures for Essen to Hamburg coaches for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus16:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
5h25
21:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0 changesdirect
Tuesday 8 September
FlixBusFlixBus1:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
5h25
6:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
5h45
15:35 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
6h10
19:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Hamburg

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Buses from Essen to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 311 km distance in 5h 25m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance
311 km
Average bus duration
4h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Essen to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Essen to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £7. 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
5h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£13
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
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
4 a day

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Essen to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Essen to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £7. 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
5h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£13
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
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
4 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.

  • Must visit

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.

  • 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.

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.

FAQs: Essen to Hamburg coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Hamburg can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Hamburg is £27; 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 Essen to Hamburg is 5h 25m to travel the 311 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 Essen to Hamburg leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Essen to Hamburg leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Essen to Hamburg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Essen 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 Essen and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Essen , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB, Bochum, Hbf, Duisburg, Oberhausen, Hbf Fernbushaltestelle . When arriving in Hamburg , you can end your route in coach stations like Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Hbf.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 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 Essen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Essen to Hamburg is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and Hamburg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Essen to Hamburg:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Essen to Hamburg for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Essen 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 Essen to Hamburg.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Essen 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 Essen to Hamburg:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Essen 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 Essen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Essen to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Hamburg

Most Essen to Hamburg buses use the Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Essen and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Essen
Arrival bus stations in Hamburg

Which Essen station do buses to Hamburg leave from?

Buses from Essen to Hamburg leave from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). The station is 1 km from Essen city centre at Essen Hbf, 45127 Essen, Germany.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)Essen Hbf, 45127 Essen, GermanyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre

BusNe12, Ne11, Ne2, Ne1, 196, 166, 155, 154, 146, 145 · 7m · every ~50 min
Tram109, 108, 107, 105, 103, 101 · 2m · every ~46 min

Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) bus station facilities and services

Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and snack bars nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof): Wheelchair accessible routes and facilities available.

Most popular bus connections from Essen

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