Bus from Dortmund to Hamburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Hamburg on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
HAM AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 02:44 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
3h 30mAverage duration
285 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€15 - €90Average duration5h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€11 - €106Average duration2h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€16 - €37Average duration3h 30m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Hamburg

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg start from €15. The average price for this route is around €29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Hamburg is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 285 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Hamburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Hamburg at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    A bus journey from Dortmund to Hamburg produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/01
€19
25/01
€23
Today
€21
27/01
€21
28/01
€17
29/01
No data
30/01
No data
31/01
€13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Hamburg was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of €13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €13 to €62 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €13, which is on 2026-01-31.

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