- 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 31 Aug
£38
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£61
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
10 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
11 h 14 m
Buses on 31 Aug
6
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gothenburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Hamburg will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 6 buses from Gothenburg to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 11 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. 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 £67, while a flight costs an average of £210.
Distance: 475 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry | Flight |
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£67 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £134 Average Price | £210 Average Price |
10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 44m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Hamburg coaches for today, Sunday 30 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 · FlixBus | 16:05 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 10h35 | 2:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 13h30 | 7:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 13h25 | 7:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:10 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 10h40 | 8:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:30 Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 10h35 | 12:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 10h55 | 19:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Gothenburg to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 475 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 475 km |
Average bus duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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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 Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Hamburg buses use the Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Nils (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Espresso House (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
Available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Elevators, ramps.
Göteborg, Åkareplatsen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: The station has facilities for the disabled.
Göteborg, Korsvägen is 1 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg, Korsvägen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Korsvägen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Korsvägen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Korsvägen.
Available at Göteborg, Korsvägen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Korsvägen: Station is accessible for disabled persons.
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 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.
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.
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