The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Bologna
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
20 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1014 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bologna will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Hamburg to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:4520h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£951One-way1 change
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FlixBus · FlixBus9:1825h42Hamburg Hbf11:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£961One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:0020h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£961One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:4523h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£1041One-way1 change
51112 · 47878:0530h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof14:55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£1561One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:0020h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£961One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:4520h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£951One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:4523h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£1041One-way1 change
FlixTrain+
FlixBus · FlixBus9:1825h42Hamburg Hbf11:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£961One-way2 changes
51112 · 47878:0530h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof14:55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£1561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 1014 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price | £168 Average Price |
20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bologna coaches for today, Monday 27 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:21 Hamburg Hbf | 23h09 | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 22h10 | 19:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 24h50 | 23:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 28 April | |||||
51112 · 4787 | 8:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 30h50 | 14:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:18 Hamburg Hbf | 25h42 | 11:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 20h45 | 7:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 20h20 | 8:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Bologna
Buses from Hamburg to Bologna run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £38 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1014 km distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 1014 km |
Average bus duration 19h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Hamburg to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Bologna with FlixBus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Bologna 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 Bologna, 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 Hamburg and Bologna
- 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
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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