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06/25/2025
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Hamburg to Essen, NW by train

The journey from Hamburg to Essen, NW by train is 193.5 mi and takes 3 hr 30 min. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:45 AM and the last at 3:01 PM. It is possible to travel from Hamburg to Essen, NW by train for as little as $20.57 or as much as $130.96. The best price for this journey is $20.57.

Lowest Price $20.57
Journey Duration 3 hr 30 min
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price $20.57
Highest Price $130.96
First Departure 5:45 AM
Last Departure 3:01 PM
Distance 193.5 mi
Departure Hamburg
Arrival Essen, NW
Carriers FlixTrain, FlixBus

Hamburg to Essen, NW Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Essen, NW

The cheapest Hamburg - Essen, NW train tickets can be found for as low as $15.86 if you’re lucky, or $28.23 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $75.94.

Find the best day to travel to Essen, NW by train

When travelling to Essen, NW by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixTrain, FlixBus and DB - InterCity Express (ICE) from Hamburg to Essen, NW
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Hamburg to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
21.8kg
Bus
23.36kg
Flight
62.28kg
Car
49.83kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Hamburg to Essen, NW by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Hamburg and Essen, NW are 21.8kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Hamburg and Essen, NW? By taking the train between Hamburg and Essen, NW you will save 40.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.56kg compared to a bus and 28.03kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
A train ticket from Hamburg to Essen, NW is $54.50. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $20.57.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Hamburg to Essen, NW is $20.57. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Hamburg and Essen, NW by train?
Hamburg to Essen, NW is 193.5 mi.
How long does the train between Hamburg and Essen, NW take?
Hamburg to Essen, NW is on average 3 hr 30 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hr 59 min.
Which companies operate from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
The train journey from Hamburg to Essen, NW is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixTrain, FlixBus, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and National Express.
How many train connections per day go from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
Hamburg to Essen, NW has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Hamburg to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Essen, NW departs at 5:45 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Hamburg to Essen, NW depart?
The latest train from Hamburg to Essen, NW departs at 3:01 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Hamburg to Essen, NW in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $20.57 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
There are on average 9 direct connection(s) from Hamburg to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Hamburg to Essen, NW by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Hamburg and Essen, NW is 2 hr 59 min.
Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Hamburg to Essen, NW by train?
The train journey from Hamburg to Essen, NW creates 21.8kg of CO2 emissions.

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