Hamburg to Düsseldorf by bus
Düsseldorf lies 338 km (210 mi) south-west of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 413 km (257 mi) of road.
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| Hamburg | Düsseldorf | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 2 million | 618,685 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 20038–22769 | 40210–40629 |
Where to book buses from Hamburg to Düsseldorf
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Staying in Düsseldorf
Our booking partner lists 737 places to stay in Düsseldorf. Of the 437 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (283), and 13 are five-star. Across 295 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 565,443 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Düsseldorf from Hamburg?
338 km (210 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Hamburg; by road roughly 413 km (257 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Düsseldorf by bus?
About 6 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Düsseldorf?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Düsseldorf?
Our booking partner lists 737 places to stay in Düsseldorf, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.