The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hamburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.
FlixBus11:006h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof17:55Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:007h35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof18:35Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£301One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:156h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof2:35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£301One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:508h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:40Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£331One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:509h15Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£351One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:156h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof2:35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£301One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:006h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof17:55Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:007h35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof18:35Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£301One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:508h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:40Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£331One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:509h15Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 395 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Tuesday 9 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h35 | 18:35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h55 | 17:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h50 | 3:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h15 | 4:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 10 June | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h25 | 10:35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 395 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 395 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, 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 Frankfurt am Main
- 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
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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