How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Hamburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Munich to Hamburg start at R 591. The average price for this route is around R 998. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Munich to Hamburg?

The average bus journey time from Munich to Hamburg is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 612 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Munich to Hamburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Munich to Hamburg?

The earliest bus departs from Munich to Hamburg at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Munich to Hamburg?

A bus trip from Munich to Hamburg produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Munich to Hamburg from R 471 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	15h 19m	12:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	23:45	Munich Fröttmaning	12h 45m	12:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	23:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	15h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
	23:45	Munich Fröttmaning	14h 35m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
	15:05	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 10m	04:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	ZOB Hackerbrücke	15h	06:05	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	00:55	MUC Airport T2	23h	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:35	MUC Airport T2	15h 59m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	14h 45m	07:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:05	MUC Airport T2	1d 2h	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	11:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	12h 10m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:05	MUC Airport T2	1d 2h	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	11:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	12h 10m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:10	MUC Airport T2	1d 3h	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	11h 30m	23:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	00:55	MUC Airport T2	23h	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:35	MUC Airport T2	15h 59m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	11:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	12h 10m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	00:55	MUC Airport T2	23h	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:55	MUC Airport T2	15h 39m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:05	MUC Airport T2	22h 3m	15:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	00:55	MUC Airport T2	23h	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:55	MUC Airport T2	15h 39m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:55	MUC Airport T2	20h	20:55	Harburg	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Hamburg on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 35m	07:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	00:55	MUC Airport T2	23h	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:35	MUC Airport T2	15h 59m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	01:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	13h 5m	14:20	HAM Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:55	MUC Airport T2	18h 12m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:53 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich 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 8 hours and with fares starting at just R 610, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

8hAverage duration

612 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 591 - R 3 347	Average duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 346 - R 4 663	Average duration5h 46m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 610 - R 1 297	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Munich and Hamburg?

Stops in Munich

A
Munich Airport
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B
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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C
Fröttmaning
Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
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D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich
E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany
F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
Visit page
D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11621 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 591

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Munich to Hamburg start at R 591. The average price for this route is around R 998. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Munich to Hamburg?
The average bus journey time from Munich to Hamburg is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 612 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Munich to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Munich to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Munich to Hamburg at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Munich to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Munich to Hamburg produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 890

14/12

R 1 076

Today

R 1 076

16/12

R 1 024

17/12

R 962

18/12

R 1 013

19/12

R 1 035

20/12

R 1 076

The cheapest trip from Munich to Hamburg was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 890

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

You can expect to pay from R 890 to R 2 781 for a bus ticket from Munich to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 962, which is on 2025-12-17.