What is the cheapest way to get from Altona to Elmshorn?

The cheapest way to get from Altona to Elmshorn is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altona to Elmshorn?

The fastest way to get from Altona to Elmshorn is to train which takes 25 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Altona and Elmshorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bf. Altona and arriving at Bf. Elmshorn. Services depart four times a week, and operate Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Altona and Elmshorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamburg-Altona and arriving at Elmshorn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Altona to Elmshorn?

The distance between Altona and Elmshorn is 29 km. The road distance is 34.1 km.

How do I travel from Altona to Elmshorn without a car?

The best way to get from Altona to Elmshorn without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs €8 - €13.

How long does it take to get from Altona to Elmshorn?

The train from Hamburg-Altona to Elmshorn takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Altona to Elmshorn bus from?

Altona to Elmshorn bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bf. Altona station.

Where do I catch the Altona to Elmshorn train from?

Altona to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Hamburg-Altona station.

Train or bus from Altona to Elmshorn?

The best way to get from Altona to Elmshorn is to train which takes 25 min and costs €8 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €8 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Altona to Elmshorn bus arrive?

Altona to Elmshorn bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bf. Elmshorn station.

Where does the Altona to Elmshorn train arrive?

Altona to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Elmshorn station.

Can I drive from Altona to Elmshorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Altona to Elmshorn is 34 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Altona to Elmshorn.

Where can I stay near Elmshorn?

There are 638+ hotels available in Elmshorn.

Can I share a ride from Altona to Elmshorn?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Altona and Elmshorn. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Altona to Elmshorn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Altona to Elmshorn by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Altona to Elmshorn by train

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Distance: 29.4 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Altona, Germany and Elmshorn, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Hamburg-Altona to Elmshorn hourly. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 25 min. Nordbahn also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a bus from Bf. Altona to Bf. Elmshorn 4 times a week. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 50 min.

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