The average train between Hamburg and Bottrop takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Hamburg to Bottrop. 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 4 times a day between Hamburg and Bottrop. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Hamburg is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Bottrop at 4:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hamburg to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Hamburg Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Hamburg to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.
Hamburg to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Hamburg and Bottrop is 306.1 km. The road distance is 349 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 3h 13m.