The cheapest and fastest trains from Esbjerg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
44RM
Average price
74RM
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
72
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Esbjerg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esbjerg to Hamburg will cost around 74RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 44RM.
To travel from Esbjerg to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
IC 2321 · RJ 134637:02 AM3h46Esbjerg10:48 AMHamburg Altona44 RM1One-way1 change
R 5208 · IC 2321 · RJ 134636:24 AM4h24Spangsbjerg st10:48 AMHamburg Altona44 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 2317 · ECE 11916:02 AM3h48Esbjerg9:50 AMHamburg Altona44 RM1One-way1 change
R 5013 · IC 2321 · RJ 134636:27 AM4h21Jerne Station10:48 AMHamburg Altona44 RM1One-way2 changes
R 5174 · IC 2369 · ECE 11996:11 PM4h37Spangsbjerg st10:48 PMHamburg Altona50 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 866 · ECE 26197:32 PM3h16Esbjerg10:48 PMHamburg Altona93 RM1One-way1 change
IC 814 · ECE 26116:32 AM3h18Esbjerg9:50 AMHamburg Altona93 RM1One-way1 change
IC 850 · ECE 26073:32 PM3h22Esbjerg6:54 PMHamburg Altona93 RM1One-way1 change
R 5013 · IC 814 · ECE 26116:27 AM3h23Jerne Station9:50 AMHamburg Altona93 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 826 · ECE 26039:32 AM3h31Esbjerg1:03 PMHamburg Altona93 RM1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Esbjerg to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Esbjerg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 30RM. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 30RM, and a train costs an average of 26RM.
Distance: 233 km
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Live departures
Esbjerg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Esbjerg to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2317 · ECE 1191 | 6:02 AM Esbjerg | 3h48 | 9:50 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
IC 2317 · IC 5753 · 32863 | 6:02 AM Esbjerg | 4h12 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5013+ 5719+ 11015 | 6:24 AM Esbjerg | 4h58 | 11:22 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5208 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | 6:24 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h24 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5013+ 5719+ 11015 | 6:27 AM Jerne Station | 4h55 | 11:22 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 814 · ECE 2611 | 6:27 AM Jerne Station | 3h23 | 9:50 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | 6:27 AM Jerne Station | 4h21 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 814 · ECE 2611 | 6:32 AM Esbjerg | 3h18 | 9:50 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | 7:02 AM Esbjerg | 3h46 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5114 · R 2325 · IC 5755 · 32867 | 7:51 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h21 | 12:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5019 · R 2325 · IC 5755 · 32867 | 7:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h15 | 12:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 2325 · IC 5755 · 32867 | 8:04 AM Esbjerg | 4h08 | 12:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5218+ 5721+ 11019 | 8:33 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 1:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5025+ 5721+ 11019 | 8:54 AM Esbjerg | 4h28 | 1:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5120 · IC 2329 · ECE 393 | On time 8:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h09 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5120 · IC 2329 · ECE 2603 | 8:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h09 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5025 · IC 2329 · ECE 393 | On time 8:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h06 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5025+ 5721+ 11019 | 8:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 1:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 2329 · ECE 393 | On time 9:03 AM Esbjerg | 4h00 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5020 · IC 826 · ECE 2603 | 9:20 AM Jerne Station | 3h43 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 826 · ECE 2603 | 9:32 AM Esbjerg | 3h31 | 1:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5126 · IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 32871 | 9:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h18 | 2:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5031 · IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 32871 | 9:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h15 | 2:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 32871 | 10:03 AM Esbjerg | 4h09 | 2:12 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5228+ 5723+ 11023 | 10:33 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 3:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5132 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | 10:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 3h54 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5037+ 5723+ 11023 | 10:54 AM Esbjerg | 4h28 | 3:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5037+ 5723+ 11023 | 10:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 3:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5037 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | 10:57 AM Jerne Station | 3h51 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | 11:03 AM Esbjerg | 3h45 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5234+ 5743+ 11025 | 11:33 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5238 · R 2341 · IC 5759 · 32875 | 11:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h20 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5043+ 5743+ 11025 | 11:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5043 · R 2341 · IC 5759 · 32875 | 11:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h17 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 2341 · IC 5759 · 32875 | 12:04 PM Esbjerg | 4h10 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5240+ 5727+ 11027 | 12:33 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 5:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5144 · IC 2345 · ECE 395 | On time 12:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h10 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5049+ 5727+ 11027 | 12:54 PM Esbjerg | 4h28 | 5:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5144 · IC 2345 · ECE 2605 | 12:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h10 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5049+ 5727+ 11027 | 12:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 5:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5049 · IC 2345 · ECE 395 | On time 12:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h07 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 2345 · ECE 395 | On time 1:03 PM Esbjerg | 4h01 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5044 · IC 842 · ECE 2605 | 1:20 PM Jerne Station | 3h44 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 842 · ECE 2605 | 1:32 PM Esbjerg | 3h32 | 5:04 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5246+ 5729+ 11029 | 1:33 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5150 · IC 2349 · IC 5761 · 32879 | 1:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h19 | 6:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5055+ 5729+ 11029 | 1:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5055 · IC 2349 · IC 5761 · 32879 | 1:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h16 | 6:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
IC 2349 · IC 5761 · 32879 | 2:03 PM Esbjerg | 4h10 | 6:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5252+ 5731+ 11031 | 2:33 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 7:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5061+ 5731+ 11031 | 2:54 PM Esbjerg | 4h28 | 7:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5156 · IC 2353 · ECE 397 | On time 2:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h00 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5156 · IC 2353 · ECE 2607 | 2:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h00 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5061+ 5731+ 11031 | 2:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h25 | 7:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5061 · IC 2353 · ECE 397 | On time 2:57 PM Jerne Station | 3h57 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 2353 · ECE 397 | On time 3:03 PM Esbjerg | 3h51 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5056 · IC 850 · ECE 2607 | 3:20 PM Jerne Station | 3h34 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 850 · ECE 2607 | 3:32 PM Esbjerg | 3h22 | 6:54 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5258+ 5733+ 11035 | 3:33 PM Spangsbjerg st | 5h49 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5162 · R 2357 · IC 5763 · 32883 | 3:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h19 | 8:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5067 · R 2357 · IC 5763 · 32883 | 3:57 PM Jerne Station | 4h16 | 8:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 2357 · IC 5763 · 32883 | 4:04 PM Esbjerg | 4h09 | 8:13 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5264 · R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 | 4:33 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h49 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 | 5:10 PM Esbjerg | 4h12 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 | 5:13 PM Jerne Station | 4h09 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5079+ 5735+ 11037 | 6:10 PM Esbjerg | 4h12 | 10:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5174 · IC 2369 · ECE 1199 | 6:11 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h37 | 10:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 2369 · ECE 1199 | 7:03 PM Esbjerg | 3h45 | 10:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5176 · IC 866 · ECE 2619 | On time 7:11 PM Spangsbjerg st | 3h37 | 10:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
IC 866 · ECE 2619 | On time 7:32 PM Esbjerg | 3h16 | 10:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 5278+ 5737+ 11041 | 7:54 PM Spangsbjerg st | 4h13 | 12:07 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
R 5087+ 5737+ 11041 | 8:10 PM Esbjerg | 3h57 | 12:07 AM Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Esbjerg to Hamburg
Trains from Esbjerg to Hamburg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 26RM if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price 26RM |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Esbjerg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Esbjerg and Hamburg from 26RM. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Esbjerg to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Esbjerg to Hamburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Esbjerg and Hamburg
Most Esbjerg to Hamburg trains use the Esbjerg to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Esbjerg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Esbjerg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Esbjerg from Esbjerg city centre
Esbjerg train station facilities and services
Esbjerg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dronning Louise, Bones Esbjerg
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Esbjerg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Esbjerg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Esbjerg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Esbjerg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Esbjerg: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Britannia, Hotel Ansgar, Cabinn Esbjerg.
Getting to Jerne from Esbjerg city centre
Jerne is 2 km from Esbjerg city centre. Public transport options include:
Jerne train station facilities and services
Jerne has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Jerne.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jerne: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Jerne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jerne.
Getting to Spangsbjerg st from Esbjerg city centre
Spangsbjerg st is 2 km from Esbjerg city centre. Public transport options include:
Spangsbjerg st train station facilities and services
Spangsbjerg st has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spangsbjerg st.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spangsbjerg st.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Esbjerg arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.


