The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Buses per day
5
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 £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rotterdam for Hamburg every day 1 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 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 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.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain5:207h35Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)12:55Hamburg Harburg£431One-way1 change
FlixBus8:408h15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)16:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£671One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus6:5010h05Rotterdam, Zuidplein16:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£701One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:059h55Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)7:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£701One-way1 change
1612 · 5111123:2522h40Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)22:05Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1051One-way1 change
FlixBus+
FlixTrain5:207h35Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)12:55Hamburg Harburg£431One-way1 change
FlixBus8:408h15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)16:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£671One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus21:059h55Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)7:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£701One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus6:5010h05Rotterdam, Zuidplein16:55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£701One-way1 change
1612 · 5111123:2522h40Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)22:05Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£1051One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight 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 £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 11m. 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 £23, and a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 415 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £266 Average Price |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m 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, Tuesday 31 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h50 | 4:40 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 16h15 | 8:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 18:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h44 | 10:34 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 14h40 | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 21:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h05 | 10:55 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 21:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h17 | 11:07 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 7h35 | 10:55 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 10h05 | 14:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 8h15 | 14:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Hamburg
Buses from Rotterdam to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 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 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
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 £23. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Hamburg
- 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
- 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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