The average train between Hanover and Elmshorn takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Hanover 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 30 minutes between Hanover and Elmshorn. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hanover is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Elmshorn at 1:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 57m • 1 change

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2h 26m • 1 change

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1h 57m • 1 change

2h 6m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Elmshorn. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Elmshorn station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Hanover to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
The distance between Hanover and Elmshorn is 153.9 km. The road distance is 197 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–75 and the journey takes 2h. Three other operators also service this route.