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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 30 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Essen Hbf on Sat, Aug 01, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 2098:45 PM3h06Hamburg Hbf11:51 PMEssen Hbf$321One-way0 transfers- ICE 1034:41 AM3h17Hamburg Hbf7:58 AMEssen Hbf$371One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6197:45 PM3h13Hamburg Hbf10:58 PMEssen Hbf$371One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2076:45 PM3h13Hamburg Hbf9:58 PMEssen Hbf$441One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1056:45 AM3h13Hamburg Hbf9:58 AMEssen Hbf$491One-way0 transfers
82121+ICE 92711:56 AM2h58Hamburg Hbf2:54 PMEssen Hbf$541One-way1 transfer- 82113+ICE 15217:56 AM2h58Hamburg Hbf10:54 AMEssen Hbf$591One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2098:45 PM3h06Hamburg Hbf11:51 PMEssen Hbf$321One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1056:45 AM3h13Hamburg Hbf9:58 AMEssen Hbf$491One-way0 transfers
- ICE 20112:45 PM3h13Hamburg Hbf3:58 PMEssen Hbf$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $236 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf costing on average $52 (€42).
A bus is $207 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf costing on average $236 (€192).
Other travel options to Essen Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 13m.
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
The journey is about 28m faster (3h 13m by train vs 3h 41m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€42) vs $65 (€53)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 613 · 26826 | Delayed 11:50 AM 1:45 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 5:07 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 881 · ICE 848+82125 | Delayed 12:13 PM 1:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h39 | 5:35 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 203 | On time 2:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 5:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixTrain | 2:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h10 | 6:00 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1037 · 10154+82127 | Delayed 1:23 PM 2:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h47 | 6:43 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 615 · 26830 | On time 3:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 7:07 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 883 · ICE 846+82129 | Delayed 2:13 PM 3:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h39 | 7:35 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 205 | On time 4:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 617 | On time 5:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 8:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 885 · ICE 844+82133 | Delayed 4:13 PM 5:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h39 | 9:35 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 207 | On time 6:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 9:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 619 | 7:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h17 | 11:02 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 209 | On time 8:43 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h21 | 12:04 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 921 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h42 | 2:27 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1540+81655 · 81677 | Delayed 12:46 AM 10:55 PMHamburg Hbf | 6h19 | 5:14 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 81947+14051 · 10204 | 12:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h22 | 7:18 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 103 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h17 | 7:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 515 · 26810 | On time 5:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 9:07 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 82109+ICE 783 · ICE 946 | On time 5:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h38 | 9:35 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 105 | On time 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 9:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 82111+ICE 583 · ICE 644 | On time 6:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h42 | 10:38 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 82113+ICE 1521 | 7:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h58 | 10:54 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h16 | 11:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 82115+ICE 585 · ICE 642 | On time 8:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h42 | 12:38 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · 26818 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 1:07 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 82117+ICE 787 · ICE 942 | On time 9:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h39 | 1:35 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 109 | On time 10:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 1:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 82119+ICE 1033 | On time 10:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h27 | 2:23 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 82121+ICE 927 | On time 11:56 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h58 | 2:54 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 201 | On time 12:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h13 | 3:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf
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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:21, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 2:21 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Essen Hbf from $12 (€10). 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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf
Most Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Essen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen 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: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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