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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elsinore to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elsinore to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elsinore to Hamburg will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Elsinore to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
R 52237 · ECE 11798:58 AM5h50Helsingør Station2:48 PMHamburg Altona$361One-way1 transfer- R 4537 · IC 137 · IC 5759 · 111758:43 AM7h39Helsingør Station4:22 PMHamburg Hbf$651One-way3 transfers
- R 4545 · IC 145 · IC 5761 · 1117910:43 AM7h39Helsingør Station6:22 PMHamburg Hbf$731One-way3 transfers
- R 4553 · IC 153 · IC 5763 · 1118312:43 PM7h39Helsingør Station8:22 PMHamburg Hbf$811One-way3 transfers
- R 52253 · ECE 39712:58 PM6h03Helsingør Station7:01 PMHamburg Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
- R 52237 · ECE 11798:58 AM5h50Helsingør Station2:48 PMHamburg Altona$361One-way1 transfer
- R 52245 · ECE 39510:58 AM5h57Helsingør Station4:55 PMHamburg Hbf$1001One-way1 transfer
- R 52253 · ECE 39712:58 PM6h03Helsingør Station7:01 PMHamburg Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
- R 4553 · IC 153 · IC 5763 · 1118312:43 PM7h39Helsingør Station8:22 PMHamburg Hbf$811One-way3 transfers
- R 4537 · IC 137 · IC 5759 · 111758:43 AM7h39Helsingør Station4:22 PMHamburg Hbf$651One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Elsinore to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elsinore to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $164.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
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Most popular Train | Ferry | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $63 Average price | $241 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 14h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Elsinore to Hamburg:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $63 (€50).
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $70 (€56).
A bus is $191 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $241 (€192).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
Ferry takes on average 9h 15m.
Flight takes on average 14h 2m.
The journey is about 1m faster (5h 33m by train vs 5h 34m by car) and roughly $50 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 (€56) vs $120 (€96)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Elsinore to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Elsinore to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 4537 · IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 8:43 AM Helsingør Station | 7h39 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 52237 · ECE 1179 | On time 8:58 AM Helsingør Station | 5h50 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 transfer | |
| R 4545 · IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 10:43 AM Helsingør Station | 7h39 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 52245 · ECE 395 | On time 10:58 AM Helsingør Station | 5h57 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 4553 · IC 153 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 12:43 PM Helsingør Station | 7h39 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 52253 · ECE 397 | 12:58 PM Helsingør Station | 6h03 | 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elsinore to Hamburg
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Germany
Trains from Elsinore to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $31 (€24) by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Elsinore to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Elsinore and Hamburg from $29 (€23). 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: Trains from Elsinore to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elsinore 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 Elsinore to Hamburg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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. You can access the car park at Stationsvej 1.
- Restaurant Kronborg
- Café Olai
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skandia
- Marienlyst Strandhotel
- Hotel Hamlet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Copenhagen and local destinations
- Train: Øresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCWifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
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