- 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 05 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
8 h 22 m
Buses on 05 Sept
5
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 buses from Mannheim to Hamburg, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 466 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 466 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price | £124 Average Price | £76 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Mannheim to Hamburg:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average £70.
A coach is £90 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Hamburg costing on average £124.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 4m.
Coach takes on average 7h 19m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 7h 19m versus 5h 51m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 Mannheim to Hamburg coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 23:00 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h50 | 6:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 7:45 Mannheim | 9h10 | 16:55 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Mannheim | 8h30 | 17:55 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:25 Mannheim | 8h30 | 18:55 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Mannheim to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 466 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 466 km |
Average bus duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Hamburg buses use the Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße). ATMs are located in nearby shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße).
Available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße): Ramp access for wheelchairs is provided.
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.
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