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

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Rissen is to drive which costs €3 - €6 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Rissen is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs €70 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Elmshorn and Rissen?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmshorn to Rissen. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn, Probstendamm and arriving at Sülldorfer Brooksweg via S Wedel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Rissen?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Rissen. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Rissen via Altona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Rissen?

The distance between Elmshorn and Rissen is 44 km. The road distance is 26.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Rissen without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Elmshorn to Rissen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Rissen bus from?

Elmshorn to Rissen bus services, operated by Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV), depart from Elmshorn, Probstendamm station.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Rissen train from?

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

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Rissen?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Rissen is to train which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can line 489 bus, which costs €5 - €9 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Rissen bus arrive?

Elmshorn to Rissen bus services, operated by Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV), arrive at S Wedel station.

Where does the Elmshorn to Rissen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Rissen?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Rissen is 26 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Elmshorn to Rissen.

Where can I stay near Rissen?

There are 1504+ hotels available in Rissen.

Elmshorn to Rissen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 489 bus, taxi, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg-AltonaRe6 / ...
2. Take the train from Altona to RissenS1
46 min
€12–16
Drive 26.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Rissen26.5 km
32 min
€4–6
Line 489 bus
1. Take the bus from Elmshorn, Probstendamm to S WedelX89 / ...
1h 4m
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elmshorn to Rissen26.5 km
32 min
€70–90
Line 489 bus, line 189 bus
1. Take the bus from Elmshorn, Probstendamm to S WedelX89 / ...
2. Take the bus from S Wedel to Sülldorfer Brooksweg189
1h 26m
€6–9

Elmshorn to Rissen by train

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Distance: 43.6 km
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Rissen via Hamburg-Altona and Altona in around 46 min. Alternatively, Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) operates a bus from Elmshorn, Probstendamm to S Wedel every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 56 min.

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