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Essen to Hamburg Bus

from £21.49

What to expect of your trip

Fast, easy, and affordable options from Essen to Hamburg

Min. trip duration

2 hr 59 mins

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Min. distance

223 miles

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Cheapest trip

From £21.49

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8

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Frequently asked questions

Coach tickets from Essen to Hamburg start from £21.49. For the best fares, book early or choose midweek departures.
The route between Essen and Hamburg generally takes about 5 hours 25 minutes by coach and covers approximately 244 miles.
On the coach from Essen to Hamburg, you can bring one carry-on (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) and one checked bag (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) at no extra cost. Need more? You can add extra luggage or a bicycle when you book. For full details, check our luggage page.
The first coach service from Essen to Hamburg is at 01:15.
The day's last coach departure from Essen to Hamburg is set for 22:35.
No need to print your ticket. Just show the QR code from your confirmation email or the FlixBus app to the driver when you board your coach from Essen to Hamburg.
FlixBus operates 3 coach stops in Essen and 7 coach stops in Hamburg. Check the map above to find your pickup and drop-off points.
Yes, night coach services run from Essen to Hamburg. Check the timetable and pick the option that works for you!
All coaches from Essen to Hamburg are wheelchair accessible and equipped with boarding assistance. Service animals are welcome on board, and wheelchairs, walking aids, and other mobility devices travel free of charge. For full details, check our accessibility services page.
Coaches from Essen to Hamburg come with free Wi-Fi, power outlets, extra legroom, and onboard toilets. You can also reserve a seat during booking, subject to availability. For the full list, check our onboard services page.

Coaches to Hamburg from Essen: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Essen and Hamburg starting from £21.49.
  • Average duration: the bus from Essen to Hamburg lasts approximately 5 hours 25 minutes.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Essen and Hamburg is 244 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Essen to Hamburg bus schedules: to check coach departure times between Essen and Hamburg, select your travel data to view all available journeys, including timetables and prices. You’ll then be shown every available trip option with full schedules and fares. You can do this by using the selector at the top of the page or via the interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 8 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Essen, there are 3 coach stops. As for Hamburg, it has 7 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Night buses: night bus services are available to depart from Essen in the evening and arrive at Hamburg in total comfort.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Essen on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Hamburg.