How far is Hamburg from Lübeck?

Hamburg and Lübeck are 36 miles (58 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Hamburg to Lübeck?

Most of the buses traveling from Hamburg to Lübeck leave from Hamburg Airport and arrive at Hbf. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Hamburg to Lübeck from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Lübeck on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:25am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h	8:25am	Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Hamburg to Lübeck on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:25am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h	8:25am	Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Hamburg to Lübeck on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:25am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h	8:25am	Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Hamburg to Lübeck on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:25am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h	8:25am	Hbf	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:35 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Lübeck

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $25	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $52	Average Duration49m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$3 - $14	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

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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.

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Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Lübeck?

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Stops in Lübeck

A - Hbf

B - Holstentorplatz

C - Travemünde - Skandinavienkai

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Lübeck by bus

How far is Hamburg from Lübeck?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Hamburg to Lübeck?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$7

11/11

$6

Today

$6

11/13

$6

11/14

$6

11/15

$6

11/16

$6

11/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Lübeck was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $7 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Lübeck based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-15.