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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hamburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Harburg | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Hamburg
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 R 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Hamburg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Hamburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 199. The average price for this train route is around R 631. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Essen to Hamburg is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 310 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:59.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hamburg was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 587To 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 R 587 to R 2 109 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 R 598, which is on 2026-01-31.
