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Compare train, bus, and flight for Gütersloh to Elmshorn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gütersloh to Elmshorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $676.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$96 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $676 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gütersloh to Elmshorn:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gütersloh to Elmshorn costing on average $96 (€78).
A bus is $623 (€510) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gütersloh to Elmshorn costing on average $676 (€553).
Other travel options to Elmshorn take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Tickets start at around $96 (€78) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.46 (€-32.30). The journey takes 3h 40m versus 3h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gütersloh to Elmshorn
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Trains from Gütersloh to Elmshorn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $53 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 07:48. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 7:48 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn from Gütersloh to Elmshorn trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn trains will get you between Gütersloh and Elmshorn from $53 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Gütersloh to Elmshorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gütersloh to Elmshorn 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 Elmshorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gütersloh to Elmshorn
Most Gütersloh to Elmshorn trains use the Gütersloh Hbf to Elmshorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Gütersloh and Elmshorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gütersloh station do trains to Elmshorn leave from?
Getting to Gütersloh Hbf from Gütersloh city centre
Gütersloh Hbf train station facilities and services
Gütersloh 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: Miner's Coffee, Rucola, Cafebackhaus, Ranya's Chicken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gütersloh Hbf. ATMs are available at Gütersloh Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gütersloh Hbf. Information desks are available at Gütersloh Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gütersloh Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gütersloh Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gütersloh Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gütersloh Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stadt Gütersloh, Holiday Inn Express, Limehome.
Which Elmshorn station do trains from Gütersloh arrive at?
Elmshorn train station facilities and services
Elmshorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ragazzi, Ristorante Da Gino, Ochi's, Peking Ente Palace
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elmshorn. ATMs are available at Elmshorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elmshorn. Information desks are available at Elmshorn.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Elmshorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elmshorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elmshorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmshorn.
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