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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Cologne
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Cologne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 buses that leave Hamburg for Cologne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 360 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 59 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 · FlixBus12:558h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£301One-way1 change- FlixBus+
FlixTrain12:558h59Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:54Cologne Hbf£311One-way1 change - FlixBus18:456h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:107h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:007h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof13:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£331One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:456h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:007h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof13:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£331One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:107h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof7:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:558h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£301One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain12:558h59Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof21:54Cologne Hbf£311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £306.
Distance: 360 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £670 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Cologne coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 0:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h30 | 7:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h20 | 13:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h25 | 21:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 12:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h59 | 21:54 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h50 | 1:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect |
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Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Cologne
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Buses from Hamburg to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 360 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 360 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to CologneYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Cologne
Most Hamburg to Cologne buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Cologne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do buses to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Which Cologne station do buses from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Hamburg
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