The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Gothenburg will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 4 buses that leave Hamburg for Gothenburg every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 45 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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Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for Hamburg to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. 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 ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 475 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £91 Average Price | £248 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 14h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Gothenburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Gothenburg coaches for today, Friday 16 January. 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 | 06:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 13h20 | 20:10 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h10 | 04:10 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 14h45 | 13:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 14h25 | 15:55 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Gothenburg
Buses from Hamburg to Gothenburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £37 by ferry.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 475 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 475 km |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Hamburg to GothenburgYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Gothenburg with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Gothenburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Gothenburg
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Nils (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Espresso House (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 17, 18, 19, 50, 60 Trains: All regional and national s Trams: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11
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