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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rotterdam CS | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Cheapest | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Fastest | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | HAM Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Rotterdam CS | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | HAM Airport | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:06 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Hamburg?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Hamburg start from $32. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Rotterdam to Hamburg?
The average bus trip duration from Rotterdam to Hamburg is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 258 miles (416 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Hamburg at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $109 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Hamburg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
