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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
6 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
7 h 13 m
Buses on 25 Sept
6
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Malmö to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Hamburg will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 6 buses from Malmö to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 297 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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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FlixBusThe table below shows live departures for Malmö to Hamburg coaches for tomorrow, Friday 25 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 | 5:10 Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 6h55 | 12:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Malmö, Hyllie | 6h40 | 14:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 6h35 | 14:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 7h15 | 19:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 9h30 | 3:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:20 Malmö, Norra Vallgatan | 8h40 | 6:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Malmö to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £0.90 by ferry.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
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 Malmö 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 Malmö to Hamburg buses use the Malmö, Norra Vallgatan to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Use this guide to compare Malmö and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Malmö, Norra Vallgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Available at Malmö, Norra Vallgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö, Norra Vallgatan: Elevators, ramps.
Malmö, Hyllie is 4 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö, Hyllie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Malmö, Hyllie. ATMs are available at Malmö, Hyllie.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö, Hyllie.
Available at Malmö, Hyllie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö, Hyllie: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
Malmö, Slagthuset has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Malmö, Slagthuset. ATMs are available at Malmö, Slagthuset.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö, Slagthuset.
Available at Malmö, Slagthuset: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö, Slagthuset: Wheelchair accessible ramps available.
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 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.
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.
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