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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Erfurt central train station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | HAM Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Erfurt Central Bus Station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Erfurt (Hbf) | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Erfurt to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Erfurt and Hamburg?
Stops in Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Hamburg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Erfurt to Hamburg start from $42. The average price for this route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Erfurt to Hamburg is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Erfurt to Hamburg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Erfurt to Hamburg at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erfurt to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Erfurt to Hamburg generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Hamburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Erfurt to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $70 for a bus ticket from Erfurt to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-04.
