How much is the bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg start from $24. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?

The average bus trip duration from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 191 miles (308 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg at 11:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	7h 55m	7:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 15m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:12 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

186 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $113	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $224	Average Duration3h 22m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $43	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg?

Stops in Gelsenkirchen

A
Gelsenkirchen
Bleckstraße 64A, 45889 Gelsenkirchen
B
Arena Aufschalke
Kurt-Schumacher-Straße 255, 45897 Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
Visit page
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

3.5/511,488 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg start from $24. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
The average bus trip duration from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 191 miles (308 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg at 11:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg generates an estimated 8 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

11/29

$80

11/30

$77

Today

$65

12/02

$27

12/03

$22

12/04

No data

12/05

$66

12/06

$71

The cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $80 for a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-03.