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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | HAM Airport | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:58 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Hamburg?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, 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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Based on 11456 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $26
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Hamburg start from $26. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Essen to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Hamburg is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 316 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Hamburg at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Essen to Hamburg generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $62 for a bus ticket from Essen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-01.
