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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Hamburg?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, 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 12084 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 £13
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Hamburg
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Hamburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Hamburg start from £13. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Hamburg?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Hamburg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 196 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen 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 Essen to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Hamburg at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Hamburg?
A bus journey from Essen to Hamburg produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hamburg was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £54 for a bus ticket from Essen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-20.
