The cheapest and fastest trains from Esbjerg to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
15
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esbjerg to Hamburg will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Esbjerg to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
IC 826 · IC 55757 · RE 11171
R 5120 · IC 429 · IC 55757 · RE 11171
R 5020 · IC 826 · IC 55757 · RE 11171
R 5026 · IC 830 · EC 395
R 5126 · IC 830 · EC 395
IC 429 · EC 393
R 5025 · IC 429 · EC 393
R 5120 · IC 429 · EC 393
R 5025+
neg 5721+
RE 11019
R 5037+
neg 5723+
RE 11023Live departures
Esbjerg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Esbjerg to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5118+ neg 5721+ RE 11019 | On time 7:33 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h48 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5120 · IC 429 · EC 393 | On time 7:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h07 | 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5025+ neg 5721+ RE 11019 | On time 7:54 AM Esbjerg | 4h27 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5120 · IC 429 · IC 55757 · RE 11171 | On time 7:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 5h21 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5025 · IC 429 · EC 393 | On time 7:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h04 | 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5025+ neg 5721+ RE 11019 | On time 7:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h24 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
IC 429 · EC 393 | On time 8:04 AM Esbjerg | 3h57 | 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 5020 · IC 826 · IC 55757 · RE 11171 | On time 8:19 AM Jerne Station | 4h56 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 826 · IC 55757 · RE 11171 | On time 8:33 AM Esbjerg | 4h42 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5128+ neg 5723+ RE 11023 | On time 9:33 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h50 | 2:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5132 · IC 437 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 | On time 9:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 5h21 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 5132 · IC 437 · EC 395 | On time 9:54 AM Spangsbjerg st | 4h06 | 2:00 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5037+ neg 5723+ RE 11023 | On time 9:54 AM Esbjerg | 4h29 | 2:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
R 5037 · IC 437 · EC 395 | On time 9:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h03 | 2:00 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5037+ neg 5723+ RE 11023 | On time 9:57 AM Jerne Station | 4h26 | 2:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 transfers | |
IC 437 · EC 395 | On time 10:04 AM Esbjerg | 3h56 | 2:00 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:04 AM Esbjerg | 4h11 | 10:15 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Esbjerg to Hamburg
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Esbjerg to Hamburg start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $63 (€52) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, GoCollective, Danish Railways (DSB) from Esbjerg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, GoCollective, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Esbjerg and Hamburg from $32 (€26). 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.
GoCollective
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Esbjerg to Hamburg
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
Popular train stations from Esbjerg to Hamburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Jernbanegade.
- Dronning Louise
- Bones Esbjerg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Britannia
- Hotel Ansgar
- Cabinn Esbjerg
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Essino
- Schanzenbäcker
- Novum Hotel Belmondo Hamburg
- Mercure Hamburg City
- Ambassador
- City Haus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
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