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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Heidelberg for Hamburg every day 2 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 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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 coach, train 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 £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 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 coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 472 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price | £142 Average Price |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
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, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:35 Heidelberg | 8h25 | 05:00 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 11 November | |||||
| 09:45 Heidelberg | 8h30 | 18:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Hamburg
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Buses from Heidelberg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 472 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 472 km |
Average bus duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Heidelberg to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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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