The cheapest and fastest coaches from Magdeburg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Magdeburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Hamburg will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 buses that leave Magdeburg for Hamburg 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 195 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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 Magdeburg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 195 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Magdeburg to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Hamburg coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:20 Magdeburg | 4h55 | 10:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:35 Magdeburg | 8h05 | 00:40 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:59 Magdeburg | 7h01 | 05:00 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Magdeburg to Hamburg
Buses from Magdeburg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 195 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 195 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Magdeburg to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Magdeburg 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: Magdeburg to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg, ZOB, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 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 Magdeburg and Hamburg
- 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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