Bus Tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg

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Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on September 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Frankfurt Hbf
Hamburg HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$19 - US$168Average Duration9h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$21 - US$302Average Duration4h 10m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$24 - US$70Average Duration5h 20m
16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 45m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance401 km
Latest bus departure10:55pm

Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Hamburg

  1. How far is Frankfurt am Main from Hamburg?

    The distance covered from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is 393 km (244 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Frankfurt Airport, in Frankfurt am Main, and end it at Hamburg Airport, in Hamburg.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-31
US$56
09-01
US$35
Today
US$34
09-03
US$33
09-04
US$27
09-05
US$36
09-06
US$30
09-07
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$27

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

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$102 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Frankfurt am Main by bus?

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You can also go to Hamburg by train

Train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg

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