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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hamburg for Rotterdam 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 415 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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 train and coach for Hamburg to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £220.
Distance: 415 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £374 Average Price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rotterdam coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h55 | 18:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 07:49 Hamburg Hbf | 9h51 | 17:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 08:01 Hamburg Harburg | 9h39 | 17:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h55 | 18:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h00 | 19:55 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h35 | 21:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h45 | 03:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 02:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h35 | 10:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Rotterdam
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Buses from Hamburg to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 415 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 415 km |
Average bus duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Hamburg to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Rotterdam with FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Hamburg, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. When arriving in Rotterdam, you can end your journey in coach stations like Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Centraal Station and Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Rotterdam
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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