Bus from Gothenburg to Hamburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gothenburg to Hamburg on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gothenburg C (Åkareplatsen)
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Nils Ericson Terminalen
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Nils Ericson Terminalen
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
FlixbusBus
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
FlixbusBus
Nils Ericson Terminalen
HAM AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gothenburg to Hamburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 935, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
12h 10mAverage duration
470 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 935 - R 3 038Average duration12h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 822 - R 822Average duration7h 50m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gothenburg 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gothenburg to Hamburg start at R 935. The average price for this route is around R 1 926. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Gothenburg to Hamburg is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 470 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Sindbad.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gothenburg to Hamburg at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.

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

    A bus trip from Gothenburg to Hamburg produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gothenburg to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1245 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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
06/01
R 1 528
07/01
R 1 339
Today
R 1 515
09/01
R 1 293
10/01
R 1 111
11/01
R 950
12/01
R 808
13/01
R 707
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gothenburg to Hamburg was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 707

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

You can expect to pay from R 707 to R 2 545 for a bus ticket from Gothenburg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 707, which is on 2026-01-13.

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