4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
20 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
698 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Hamburg will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £84.
Of the 4 buses that leave Zurich 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 698 km distance in an average of 20 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 25 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 train, coach and flight for Zurich to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £42, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 698 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price | £194 Average Price |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Zurich to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Hamburg coaches for today, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7990 · 51111 | 19:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 25h25 | 21:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| 4739 · 51111 | 22:59 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 22h16 | 21:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| Friday 26 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 19h15 | 01:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h40 | 06:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Hamburg
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Buses from Zurich to Hamburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 698 km distance in 13h 40m.
Distance 698 km |
Average bus duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Zurich to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Hamburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Zurich and Hamburg
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
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