How much is the train ticket from Essen to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Hamburg start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $59. 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 15m 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 11 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 8:59pm.

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 $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on January 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	10:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	10:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on January 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:10am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 57m	1:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:10am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 45m	12:55pm	Harburg	No tags
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on January 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 53m	9:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	8:55pm	Harburg	No tags
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Hamburg on January 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	10:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
1:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 36m	4:57pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:45 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 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $249	Average Duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $190	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $64	Average Duration3h 50m	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
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

3/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.5

Deutsche Bahn

4/57 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.6

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train 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 $21. The average price for this train route is around $59. 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 15m 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 11 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 8:59pm.
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

01-10

$48

01-11

$52

Today

$48

01-13

$30

01-14

$62

01-15

$52

01-16

$62

01-17

$96

The cheapest trip from Essen to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 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 $182 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 2026-01-13.