Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Hamburg?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, 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 11470 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £13
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Hamburg
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Hamburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Hamburg start from £13. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Hamburg?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Hamburg is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 222 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Hamburg at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Hamburg?
A bus journey from Cologne to Hamburg produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Cologne to Hamburg was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £40 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Hamburg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
