Bus from Dresden to Hamburg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Dresden to Hamburg on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
Flixbus
Neustadt
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Fastest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
HAM AirportNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Dresden Central Station
    		HAM AirportNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Neustadt
    		HAM AirportNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:26 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Hamburg

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    5hAverage duration
    377 kmDistance
    16kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceR 412 - R 1 664Average duration7h 30m
    9kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceR 369 - R 3 151Average duration4h 40m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average priceR 454 - R 896Average duration5h
    16kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Hamburg?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Hamburg start at R 412. 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.

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

      The average bus journey time from Dresden to Hamburg is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 375 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Hamburg at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

      A bus trip from Dresden to Hamburg produces an estimated 9 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 Dresden to Hamburg?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.

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

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Hamburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Hamburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
    28/01
    R 654
    29/01
    R 554
    Today
    R 692
    31/01
    R 574
    01/02
    R 633
    02/02
    R 485
    03/02
    R 456
    04/02
    R 407
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Hamburg was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 407

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

    You can expect to pay from R 407 to R 1 266 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 407, which is on 2026-02-04.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Hamburg?

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