Leipzig to Elmshorn Trains

Trip Overview

The average train between Leipzig and Elmshorn takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Leipzig 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.

4h 14m
Duration: 486 km
Distance: €128
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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3h 52m

€110–418

Leipzig to Elmshorn train times

Trains run hourly between Leipzig and Elmshorn. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Elmshorn at 1:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, August 18, 2026

6:12 AM → 10:28 AM
4h 16m • 1 change
7:16 AM → 11:28 AM
4h 12m • 1 change
8:12 AM → 12:28 PM
4h 16m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:29 PM
4h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, August 19, 2026

6:12 AM → 10:28 AM
4h 16m • 1 change
7:16 AM → 11:28 AM
4h 12m • 1 change
8:12 AM → 12:28 PM
4h 16m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:29 PM
4h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, August 20, 2026

6:12 AM → 10:28 AM
4h 16m • 1 change
7:16 AM → 11:28 AM
4h 12m • 1 change
8:12 AM → 12:28 PM
4h 16m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:29 PM
4h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, August 21, 2026

6:12 AM → 10:28 AM
4h 16m • 1 change
7:16 AM → 11:28 AM
4h 12m • 1 change
8:12 AM → 12:28 PM
4h 16m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:29 PM
4h 13m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leipzig to Elmshorn? 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.