The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Karlstad
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
20 h 40 m
Average duration
23 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Karlstad will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £70.
Of the 4 buses that leave Hamburg for Karlstad every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 23 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 2 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 680 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£96 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price |
19h 16m Average total duration 18h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 38m Average total duration Fastest 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Karlstad bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Karlstad coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:00 Hamburg | 21h40 | 15:40 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Hamburg | 22h25 | 18:25 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Hamburg | 26h35 | 00:05 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 00:30 Hamburg | 23h35 | 00:05 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Hamburg | 26h45 | 10:40 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:30 Hamburg | 22h30 | 13:00 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Hamburg | 20h40 | 12:30 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Karlstad
Buses from Hamburg to Karlstad run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £44 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 680 km distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 680 km |
Average bus duration 18h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 20h 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Hamburg to KarlstadYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Karlstad with FlixBus for as low as £44. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Karlstad coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Karlstad
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Coffee Shop Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4 Train: Värmlandstrafik
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