How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from $18. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Hamburg is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 182 miles (294 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Leipzig to Hamburg from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:30pm	Leipzig central station	7h 50m	8:20pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:40am	Merkurpromenade	6h 54m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:30am	Leipzig central station	7h 4m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	10:30am	Leipzig central station	7h 15m	5:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	Cheapest
		6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	Fastest
2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
6:40am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on December 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:50am	Leipzig central station	7h 40m	2:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

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

5carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $121	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $193	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $45	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Hamburg?

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, 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
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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

3.5/511,619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Hamburg by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from $18. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Hamburg is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 182 miles (294 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg generates an estimated 7 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

12/13

$31

12/14

$18

Today

No data

12/16

$35

12/17

$35

12/18

$32

12/19

$30

12/20

$32

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $71 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-19.