- Distance: 374.6 km
- Duration: 3h 17m
The average train between Essen and Hamburg takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essen and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 3:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 3:56 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 7:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Hamburg station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.
Essen to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Hamburg is 308 km. The road distance is 375 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €65–300 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.
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