How much is the train ticket from Essen to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Hamburg start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Essen to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Essen to Hamburg takes 3h 14m and covers 310 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Essen to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Essen to Hamburg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 10:01pm.

What is the best train operator from Essen to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Essen to Hamburg from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:55am	HBF	3h 13m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:55am	HBF	3h	10:55am	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:05pm	HBF	6h 50m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	6h 51m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	Cheapest
	3:55pm	HBF	2h 59m	6:54pm	Harburg	Fastest
	7:55am	HBF	3h 13m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	3:55pm	HBF	3h 12m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	7:55am	HBF	3h	10:55am	Harburg	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	HBF	3h 12m	7:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	3:55pm	HBF	2h 59m	6:54pm	Harburg	Fastest
	7:55am	HBF	3h 13m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	6h 51m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	7:55am	HBF	3h	10:55am	Harburg	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:32am	HBF	3h 34m	1:06pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 10m	10:55pm	Harburg	No tags
	6:03pm	HBF	5h 7m	11:10pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:03pm	HBF	4h 52m	10:55pm	Harburg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	6h 51m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:55am	HBF	3h 13m	11:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:55am	HBF	3h	10:55am	Harburg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	6h 51m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		9:04am	HBF	6h 26m	3:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:25 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $178	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $239	Average Duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $65	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Hamburg?

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Essen to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Hamburg start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Essen to Hamburg takes 3h 14m and covers 310 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Essen to Hamburg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 10:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-02

No data

12-03

$62

Today

$42

12-05

$49

12-06

$36

12-07

$37

12-08

$30

12-09

No data

The cheapest trip from Essen to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Hamburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $206 for a train ticket from Essen to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-08.