- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
7 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
8 h 34 m
Buses on 04 Sept
4
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lund to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lund to Hamburg will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 4 buses from Lund to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 313 km distance in an average of 8 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 55 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lund to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £181.
Distance: 313 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £181 Average Price | £43 Average Price | £139 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lund to Hamburg:
A coach is £8 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Lund to Hamburg costing on average £43.
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lund to Hamburg costing on average £55.
A coach is £146 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lund to Hamburg costing on average £181.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 43m.
Coach takes on average 7h 35m.
Ferry takes on average 8h 38m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £104. The journey takes 7h 35m versus 5h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Lund to Hamburg coaches for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:40 Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q) | 7h05 | 14:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lund to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 313 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 313 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lund 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.

Most Lund to Hamburg buses use the Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q) to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Lund and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q). ATMs are available at Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q).
Ticket office support is available at Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q).
Available at Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lund, Carl Bernlunds g (Läge Q): Wheelchair access available on site.
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available in the airport.
Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.
Available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Nordsee (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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