The average train between Elmshorn and Braunschweig takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Elmshorn to Braunschweig. 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 3 times a day between Elmshorn and Braunschweig. The earliest departure is at 1:53 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Elmshorn is at 7:53 PM which arrives into Braunschweig at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Elmshorn to Braunschweig? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Braunschweig. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn station and arriving at Braunschweig station via Uelzen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.
Elmshorn to Braunschweig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.
Elmshorn to Braunschweig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Braunschweig-Gliesmarode station.
The distance between Elmshorn and Braunschweig is 175.5 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Elmshorn to Braunschweig-Gliesmarode via Hamburg Hbf and Uelzen in around 3h 36m.