How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Essen start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $80. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Essen?

The average train trip from Hamburg to Essen takes 3h 12m and covers 301 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Essen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Hamburg to Essen departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 10:46pm.

What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Train Hamburg to Essen from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 10m	6:00pm	HBF	Cheapest
3:01pm	Harburg	2h 59m	6:00pm	HBF	Fastest
12:46pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	3:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
12:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	4:01pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
12:46pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	3:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 10m	6:00pm	HBF	Cheapest
	3:01pm	Harburg	2h 59m	6:00pm	HBF	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	8:49am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	12:01pm	HBF	No tags
	6:46am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	9:58am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	11:01am	Harburg	3h	2:01pm	HBF	Fastest
	10:50am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	2:01pm	HBF	No tags
	6:46am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	9:58am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	4:01pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:46pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	10:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	6:11am	Hamburg Hbf	2h 43m	8:54am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 10m	6:00pm	HBF	No tags
	6:11am	Hamburg Hbf	2h 43m	8:54am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:46pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 14m	11:00pm	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
6:11am	Hamburg Hbf	2h 43m	8:54am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 10m	6:00pm	HBF	No tags
6:11am	Hamburg Hbf	2h 43m	8:54am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
12:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	4:01pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Essen on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:46pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	11:57pm	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
3:01pm	Harburg	2h 59m	6:00pm	HBF	Fastest
8:49am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	12:01pm	HBF	No tags
6:46am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 12m	9:58am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
12:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 11m	4:01pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $166	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $243	Average Duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $64	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

Hamburg

A
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 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

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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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 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 Hamburg to Essen 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 Hamburg to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Essen start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $80. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Essen?
The average train trip from Hamburg to Essen takes 3h 12m and covers 301 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Essen?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Essen departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 10:46pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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

11-26

$52

11-27

$47

Today

$59

11-29

$32

11-30

$69

12-01

$31

12-02

No data

12-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $320 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-01.