4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 5 buses that leave Heidelberg for Hamburg 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 472 km distance in an average of 9 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 13 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.
FlixBus22:358h15Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof6:50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£321One-way0 changes- FlixBus10:559h00Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£331One-way0 changes
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FlixTrain9:1510h13Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:28Hamburg Hbf£371One-way1 change - FlixBus+FlixTrain9:1510h01Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:16Hamburg Harburg£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus10:559h45Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof20:40Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:358h15Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof6:50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:559h00Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£331One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:559h45Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof20:40Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus+FlixTrain9:1510h01Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:16Hamburg Harburg£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain9:1510h13Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof19:28Hamburg Hbf£371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Heidelberg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 472 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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
Heidelberg to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg coaches for today, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 22:35 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 8h15 | 6:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 10h13 | 19:28 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:15 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 19:16 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 9h45 | 20:40 Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof | 9h00 | 19:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Hamburg
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Buses from Heidelberg to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 472 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 472 km |
Average bus duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Heidelberg to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, 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 Heidelberg and Hamburg
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
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