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

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Schwerin?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Schwerin. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Schwerin Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Schwerin?

The distance between Elmshorn and Schwerin is 156 km. The road distance is 143.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €29 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Schwerin train from?

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

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Schwerin?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Schwerin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Schwerin?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Schwerin is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Elmshorn to Schwerin.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmshorn to Schwerin?

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Where can I stay near Schwerin?

There are 551+ hotels available in Schwerin.

Elmshorn to Schwerin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elmshorn to Schwerin by train, bus, 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 Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2h 32m
€29–53
Drive 143.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Schwerincar 143.6 km
1h 42m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from U Steinfurther Allee to Schwerin Hauptbahnhofbus X1
3h 13m
€23–33
Train via Elmshorn
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2h 37m

Elmshorn to Schwerin by train

147Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.5 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Schwerin Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a bus from U Steinfurther Allee to Schwerin Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €12–16 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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