The average train between Berlin and Elmshorn takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin to Elmshorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Berlin and Elmshorn. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Berlin is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Elmshorn at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Elmshorn. However, there are services departing from Berlin station and arriving at Elmshorn station via Hamburg Dammtor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Berlin to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Dammtor station.
The distance between Berlin and Elmshorn is 285.4 km. The road distance is 318 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Dammtor hourly. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 1h 54m.