What is the cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg is to train which takes 25 min and costs €7 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Elmshorn and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bf. Elmshorn and arriving at Bf. Dammtor. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Hamburg Dammtor. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

The distance between Elmshorn and Hamburg is 32 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

How do I travel from Elmshorn to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs €7 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

The train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Dammtor takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Hamburg bus from?

Elmshorn to Hamburg bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bf. Elmshorn station.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Hamburg train from?

Elmshorn to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Elmshorn station.

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg is to train which takes 25 min and costs €7 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h.

Where does the Elmshorn to Hamburg bus arrive?

Elmshorn to Hamburg bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bf. Dammtor station.

Where does the Elmshorn to Hamburg train arrive?

Elmshorn to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Dammtor station.

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Hamburg is 36 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Elmshorn to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

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Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1644+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Elmshorn to Hamburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Elmshorn and Hamburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Elmshorn to Hamburg - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Elmshorn to Hamburg by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Dammtortrain Re70 / ...
25 min
€7–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Elmshorn to Hamburgrideshare 36.6 km
51 min
€2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bf. Elmshorn to Bf. Dammtorbus Re70 / ...
1h
Line 185 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elmshorn, Probstendamm to Bf. Pinnebergbus 185
2. Take the train from Pinneberg to Jungfernstiegtrain S3
1h 31m
€6–8
Drive 35.7 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Hamburgcar 35.7 km
31 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elmshorn to Hamburgtaxi 35.7 km
31 min
€95–120

Elmshorn to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 32 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Elmshorn, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Dammtor every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 25 min. Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a bus from Bf. Elmshorn to Bf. Dammtor twice daily, and the journey takes 1h.

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