How far is Heidelberg from Hamburg?

The distance separating Heidelberg and Hamburg is 292 miles (470 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Heidelberg to Hamburg leave from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz and arrive at Hamburg Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lake Alster, Cap San Diego, CHOCOVERSUM by HACHEZ, Speicherstadt (Historic Warehouse Complex) and The Old Elbe Tunnel.

Bus Heidelberg to Hamburg from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:35pm	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	8h 25m	7:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:42 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg 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 6 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

292 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $74	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $203	Average Duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $62	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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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 Heidelberg and Hamburg?

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Hamburg by bus

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $89 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-20.