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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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stuttgart to Hamburg
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
536 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
Fast coaches
To travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus22:5014h30Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof13:20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£461One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus4:1015h50Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof20:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£631One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:5014h30Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof13:20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£461One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:1015h50Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof20:00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof£631One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Stuttgart to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 536 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price | £242 Average Price |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 14h30 | 13:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 15h50 | 20:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stuttgart to Hamburg
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Buses from Stuttgart to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 536 km distance in 8h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 536 km |
Average bus duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Stuttgart to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
£28
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Hamburg
Things to do in Hamburg
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
- Recommended
Deichtorhallen Hamburg
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
- Recommended
Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
- Must visit
Speicherstadt
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
- Must visit
HafenCity
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
- Must visit
Jungfernstieg
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
- Gluten-free
Finkenwerder Scholle
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.
- Gluten-free
Birnen, Bohnen und Speck
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Grünkohl mit Pinkel
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Fischereihafen Restaurant
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Rive
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Old Commercial Room
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
hvv switch
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.00
- Day pass
- €7.80
To the city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof -> Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in the hvv switch app for a 7% online discount on single and day tickets.
- On buses in Hamburg, cash is not standard; use the hvv prepaid card, app, or a ticket machine before boarding where possible.
FAQs: Stuttgart to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Stuttgart to Hamburg can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stuttgart to Hamburg is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg is 8h 40m to travel the 536 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Stuttgart to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stuttgart and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Stuttgart , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof, Kornwestheim, Bahnhofstrasse, Leonberg, Bahnhof, Kirchheim unter Teck, Schöllkopfstraße, Böblingen, ZOB . When arriving in Hamburg , you can end your route in coach stations like Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Hamburg from Stuttgart is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Hamburg including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stuttgart to Hamburg with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Hamburg
Most Stuttgart to Hamburg buses use the Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Hamburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Stuttgart
Arrival bus stations in Hamburg
Which Stuttgart station do buses to Hamburg leave from?
Buses from Stuttgart to Hamburg leave from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe. The station is 2 km from Stuttgart city centre at Flughafenstrasse 610, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany.
Stuttgart, Flughafen/MesseFlughafenstrasse 610, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe is 1 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS2, S3 · 27m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusN8 · 47m · £3
X60 · 53m · every ~3 min
SubwayU6 · 31m · £3 · every ~12 min
U6 · 32m · £3 · every ~12 min
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe bus station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Local Bakery (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: Elevators, ramps.
Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
City-centre transport
Getting to Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof from Stuttgart city centre
TrainS3, S1, S2 · 10m · £2 · every ~25 min
Ic87, 87 · 14m · £3
BusN10 · 25m · £3
SubwayU14 · 20m · £3 · every ~12 min
Which Hamburg station do buses from Stuttgart arrive at?
Buses from Stuttgart to Hamburg most often arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Some services arrive at Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Hamburg arrival station.
Hamburg, Zentraler OmnibusbahnhofAdenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
BusX80, 610, 609, 3, 641, 608, 606, 603, 19, 5 · 6m · £3 · every ~45 min
SubwayU3 · 3m · £2 · every ~27 min
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £0.90
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £6 · every ~5 min
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