How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Hamburg to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Cologne is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 216 miles (348 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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 11:35pm.

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.

Bus Hamburg to Cologne from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	10h 25m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
		9:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 50m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 50m	1:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
4:15pm	HAM Airport	15h 55m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
4:15pm	HAM Airport	15h 20m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	1:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
4:15pm	HAM Airport	15h 55m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
4:15pm	HAM Airport	15h 20m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	1:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Harburg	6h 14m	3:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	8h	1:45pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 50m	1:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		5:45am	HAM Airport	8h	1:45pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Cologne on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 40m	1:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		5:45am	HAM Airport	8h	1:45pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:54 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $134	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $277	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $58	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Cologne?

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

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,511 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 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Cologne is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 216 miles (348 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
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 11:35pm.
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

12/01

$30

12/02

$37

Today

$38

12/04

$29

12/05

$33

12/06

$26

12/07

$39

12/08

$23

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $73 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 $23 which is on 2025-12-08.