The average train between Ełk and Hamburg takes 12h 34m and the fastest train takes 10h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Ełk 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 Ełk and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ełk is at 2:09 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Poznan Glowny and take an average of 12h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ełk to Hamburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ełk to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Ełk station and arriving at Hamburg station via Poznan Glowny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.
Ełk to Hamburg train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Elk station.
Ełk to Hamburg train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
Book your Ełk to Hamburg train tickets online with PKP Intercity, BVG and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ełk and Hamburg is 814.2 km. The road distance is 1,020 km.
You can take a train from Elk to Hamburg Hbf via Poznan Glowny, Berlin-Lichtenberg, S+U Lichtenberg Bhf, and Berlin Hbf in around 10h 53m.