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Kunsthalle Hamburg
One of Germany’s major art museums, spanning medieval altarpieces to contemporary works across several buildings near the main station.
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
7 h 31 m
Average duration
7 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
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 $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 1 trains that leave Elsinore for Hamburg on Tue, Jun 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 320 km distance in an average of 7 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 31 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 7 h 31 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.


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 $35. 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 $35, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
Most popular Train | Ferry | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $61 Average price | $234 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $117 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 $12 (€10) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $185 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Elsinore to Hamburg costing on average $234 (€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 $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($68 (€56) vs $117 (€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.
The table below shows live departures for Elsinore to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:43 AM Elsinore | 7h31 | 5:14 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Elsinore to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) 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 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
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 Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, 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.

Most Elsinore to Hamburg trains use the Helsingør St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Elsinore and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Helsingør St. 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 options include: Restaurant Kronborg, Café Olai
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Helsingør St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Helsingør St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Helsingør St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Helsingør St.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsingør St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skandia, Marienlyst Strandhotel, Hotel Hamlet.
Snekkersten St. is 2 km from Elsinore city centre. Public transport options include:
Snekkersten St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Snekkersten St..
Available at Snekkersten St.: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Snekkersten St..
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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