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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Hamburg Hbf | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
| Harburg | HBF | Fastest | |||||
 | Hamburg Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Hamburg Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Essen?
Hamburg
- AHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Essen by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Hamburg to Essen is £44. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Hamburg to Essen?
A train trip between Hamburg and Essen is around 3h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 193 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Hamburg and Essen?
The number of trains from Hamburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Hamburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Hamburg to Essen?
When taking the train from Hamburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Hamburg to Essen?
Trains travelling between Hamburg and Essen leave from Harburg or Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £147 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
