4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Hamburg will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 9 buses that leave Rotterdam 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 415 km distance in an average of 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rotterdam to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £212.
Distance: 415 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £345 Average Price |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Hamburg coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:50 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 10h05 | 15:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 8h15 | 15:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 8h35 | 17:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h20 | 21:55 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 12:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h35 | 22:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h40 | 22:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 10h25 | 01:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 7h20 | 01:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 9h05 | 06:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 8h45 | 06:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 8h05 | 07:25 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 23:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 10h35 | 09:55 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Hamburg
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Buses from Rotterdam to Hamburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 415 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 415 km |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Rotterdam to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Hamburg
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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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