Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Alte Eppelheimer Straße | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Alte Eppelheimer Straße | Harburg | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Hamburg?
Stops in Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - B
Heidelberg
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany - C
Heidelberg Central Station
Kurfürsten-Anlage 60, 69115 Heidelberg, 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 11712 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg start from $40. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Heidelberg to Hamburg is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Hamburg at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg generates an estimated 12 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 Heidelberg to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $119 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-25.
