Bus from Hamburg to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		HAM Airport
    		HbfNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixbus
    		Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:36 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Cologne

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    10carpool per day
    4h 20mAverage Duration
    222 milesDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$19 - $111Average Duration7h 45m
    9kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$12 - $199Average Duration4h 5m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$18 - $50Average Duration4h 20m
    15kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Cologne by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from $19. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Cologne?

      The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Cologne is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Cologne at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

      A bus trip from Hamburg to Cologne generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    01/28
    $34
    01/29
    $32
    Today
    $42
    01/31
    $30
    02/01
    $43
    02/02
    $27
    02/03
    $25
    02/04
    $24
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $24

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

    You can expect to pay from $24 to $64 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-02-04.

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

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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