4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Hamburg will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 7 buses that leave Munich 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 614 km distance in an average of 12 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 45 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.
FlixBus20:2511h15Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)7:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£441One-way0 changes- FlixBus8:3511h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)20:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:0013h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£521One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:1512h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)13:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£521One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:4515h10Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)19:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£541One-way1 change
- FlixBus20:2511h15Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)7:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£441One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:3511h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)20:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:1512h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)13:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£521One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:3013h10München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz13:40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£561One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:0013h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£521One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 614 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £167 Average Price |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Hamburg coaches for today, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h30 | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:25 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 12h05 | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 13h10 | 11:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h25 | 11:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h10 | 17:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h25 | 18:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h45 | 0:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h00 | 4:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h15 | 5:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Munich to Hamburg
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Buses from Munich to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 614 km distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 614 km |
Average bus duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Munich to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Munich to Hamburg: Journey Details
Daily buses from Munich to Hamburg are operated by Eurolines, Infobus, Megabus and Postbus, with a direct journey time of approximately 12 hours. There are around 6 departures a day, starting at about 8:00 a.m. and running until 11:00 p.m..
Taking the Bus from Munich
Buses from Munich to Hamburg depart from either the new Central Bus Station, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, at Hackerbrücke, or from Frottmaning Bus Station. This is linked to Central Station by U-Bahn services and from there the city centre is within walking distance. Munich has an efficient transport network of U and S-Bahn trains, buses and trams, with night buses running throughout the week. There are taxi ranks at both bus stations..
Getting into Hamburg by Bus
Although Hamburg, located on the River Elbe, is 100 km from the North Sea it is Germany's biggest port. Hamburg is a cosmopolitan city, with much of its life being based around the harbour area. Attractions in the town include Hamburg's impressive Neo-Renaissance City Hall, or Rathaus, with its high tower, the International Maritime Museum Hamburg and the Miniatur Wonderland. This model city layout is the largest in the world and features a fully working transport network, that includes planes arriving and taking off. The city also has two artificial lakes, large enough for sailing boats. Buses from Munich to Hamburg arrive at Hamburg ZOB Central Bus Station, located near the main railway station and close to the city centre. Hamburg's well-developed transport network is made up of six S-Bahn and four U-Bahn lines and a 24-hour bus service. A taxi rank is located at Hamburg Central Station.
FAQs: Munich to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Hamburg
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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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