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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rotterdam Zuidplein | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Cheapest | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Fastest | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Rotterdam CS | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 026, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Hamburg?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Hamburg by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Hamburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Rotterdam to Hamburg starts at R 604. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rotterdam to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
The average travel time between Rotterdam and Hamburg is around 9h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rotterdam and Hamburg?
The number of buses from Rotterdam to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
When taking the bus from Rotterdam to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
Buses travelling between Rotterdam and Hamburg leave from Busstation Rotterdam Centraal or Rotterdam Bushaltestelle and arrive at Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 615To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 615 to R 1 687 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 764, which is on 2025-11-23.
