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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dortmund | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Dortmund | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
| Dortmund | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Hamburg
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 R 302, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Hamburg?
Stops in Dortmund
- A
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - BBrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , 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 11944 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 275
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Hamburg by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Hamburg start at R 275. The average price for this route is around R 549. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 292 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Hamburg produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Hamburg was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 222To 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 R 222 to R 1 740 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 R 222, which is on 2026-01-08.
