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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Elmshorn is to train which takes 25 min and costs €9 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Elmshorn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bf. Dammtor and arriving at Bf. Elmshorn. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Elmshorn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamburg Dammtor and arriving at Elmshorn. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Hamburg to Elmshorn?

The distance between Hamburg and Elmshorn is 32 km. The road distance is 35.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg to Elmshorn without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs €9 - €13.

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

The train from Hamburg Dammtor to Elmshorn takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Elmshorn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Elmshorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamburg to Elmshorn?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Elmshorn is to train which takes 25 min and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €8 and takes 1h.

Where does the Hamburg to Elmshorn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hamburg to Elmshorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamburg to Elmshorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Elmshorn is 36 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Hamburg to Elmshorn.

Where can I stay near Elmshorn?

There are 653+ hotels available in Elmshorn.

Can I share a ride from Hamburg to Elmshorn?

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

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

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

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Hamburg to Elmshorn by train

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Distance: 32 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Hamburg Dammtor to Elmshorn every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 25 min. Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a bus from Bf. Dammtor to Bf. Elmshorn 5 times a week. Tickets cost €6–8 and the journey takes 1h.

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