- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
IC 2321 · RJ 13463
R 5013 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463
R 5208 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463
R 5019 · R 2325 · IC 5755 · 11167
R 2325 · IC 5755 · 11167 · S3
IC 2337 · RJ 13465
IC 2321 · RJ 13463
IC 2353 · ECE 397
R 5037 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465
IC 2345 · ECE 395Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Esbjerg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 233 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Esbjerg to Hamburg trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2317 · IC 5753 · 11163 · S3 | 6:02 Esbjerg | 4h40 | 10:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5208 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 · 11165 | 6:24 Spangsbjerg st | 4h55 | 11:19 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5208 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | On time 6:24 Spangsbjerg st | 5h00 | 11:24 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
R 5013+ 5719+ 11015 · S3 | 6:24 Esbjerg | 5h18 | 11:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 · 11165 | 6:27 Jerne Station | 4h52 | 11:19 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 814 · ECE 2466 | On time 6:27 Jerne Station | 4h13 | 10:40 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5013+ 5719+ 11015 · S3 | 6:27 Jerne Station | 5h15 | 11:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | On time 6:27 Jerne Station | 4h57 | 11:24 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
R 5013 · IC 814 · ECE 2611 | 6:27 Jerne Station | 4h03 | 10:30 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
IC 814 · ECE 2611 | 6:32 Esbjerg | 3h58 | 10:30 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
IC 814 · ECE 2466 | On time 6:32 Esbjerg | 4h08 | 10:40 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2321 · RJ 13463 · 11165 · ICE 579 | 7:02 Esbjerg | 4h17 | 11:19 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2321 · RJ 13463 | On time 7:02 Esbjerg | 4h22 | 11:24 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
R 5114 · R 2325 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 7:51 Spangsbjerg st | 4h51 | 12:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5019 · R 2325 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 7:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 12:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 2325 · IC 5755 · 11167 · S3 | 8:04 Esbjerg | 4h38 | 12:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5218+ 5721+ 11019 · S3 | 8:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 13:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5025+ 5721+ 11019 · S3 | 8:54 Esbjerg | 4h48 | 13:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5120 · IC 2329 · ECE 393 | 8:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h36 | 13:30 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5025+ 5721+ 11019 · S3 | 8:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 13:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5025 · IC 2329 · ECE 393 | 8:57 Jerne Station | 4h33 | 13:30 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2329 · ECE 393 | 9:03 Esbjerg | 4h27 | 13:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 5126 · IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 9:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h48 | 14:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5031 · IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 9:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 14:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
IC 2333 · IC 5757 · 11171 · S3 | 10:03 Esbjerg | 4h39 | 14:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5228+ 5723+ 11023 · S3 | 10:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 15:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5037+ 5723+ 11023 · S3 | 10:54 Esbjerg | 4h48 | 15:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5132 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | On time 10:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h33 | 15:27 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5037 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | Delayed 10:57 Jerne Station | 4h23 | 13:27 13:27Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5037+ 5723+ 11023 · S3 | 10:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 15:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5037 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 · 11173 | On time 10:57 Jerne Station | 4h22 | 15:19 Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 5037 · IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | On time 10:57 Jerne Station | 4h30 | 15:27 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | Delayed 11:03 Esbjerg | 4h17 | 13:27 13:27Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2337 · RJ 13465 · 11173 · ICE 773 | On time 11:03 Esbjerg | 4h16 | 15:19 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2337 · RJ 13465 | On time 11:03 Esbjerg | 4h24 | 15:27 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 5234+ 5743+ 11025 · S3 | 11:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 16:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5238 · R 2341 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 11:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h48 | 16:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5043+ 5743+ 11025 · S3 | 11:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 16:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 2341 · IC 5759 · 11175 · S3 | 12:04 Esbjerg | 4h38 | 16:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5240+ 5727+ 11027 · S3 | 12:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 17:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5049+ 5727+ 11027 · S3 | 12:54 Esbjerg | 4h48 | 17:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5144 · IC 2345 · ECE 395 | 12:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h26 | 17:20 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5049+ 5727+ 11027 · S3 | 12:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 17:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5049 · IC 2345 · ECE 395 | 12:57 Jerne Station | 4h23 | 17:20 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2345 · ECE 395 | 13:03 Esbjerg | 4h17 | 17:20 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 5246+ 5729+ 11029 · S3 | 13:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 18:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5150 · IC 2349 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 13:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h48 | 18:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5055+ 5729+ 11029 · S3 | 13:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 18:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
IC 2349 · IC 5761 · 11179 · S3 | 14:03 Esbjerg | 4h39 | 18:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5252+ 5731+ 11031 · S3 | 14:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 19:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5156 · IC 2353 · ECE 397 | 14:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h24 | 19:18 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5061+ 5731+ 11031 · S3 | 14:54 Esbjerg | 4h48 | 19:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5061 · IC 2353 · ECE 397 | 14:57 Jerne Station | 4h21 | 19:18 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 5061+ 5731+ 11031 · S3 | 14:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 19:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
IC 2353 · ECE 397 | 15:03 Esbjerg | 4h15 | 19:18 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 5258+ 5733+ 11035 · S3 | 15:33 Spangsbjerg st | 6h09 | 21:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5162 · R 2357 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 15:54 Spangsbjerg st | 4h48 | 20:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5067 · R 2357 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 15:57 Jerne Station | 4h45 | 20:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 2357 · IC 5763 · 11183 · S3 | 16:04 Esbjerg | 4h38 | 20:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5264 · R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 | 16:33 Spangsbjerg st | 5h09 | 21:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 · S3 | 17:10 Esbjerg | 4h32 | 21:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 · S3 | 17:13 Jerne Station | 4h29 | 21:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
R 5079+ 5735+ 11037 · S3 | 18:10 Esbjerg | 4h32 | 22:42 Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
R 5200 · IC 2317 · IC 5753 · 11163 | 5:23 Spangsbjerg st | 5h19 | 10:42 Hamburg Altona | 4 changes | |
R 5200 · IC 2317 · ECE 1191 | On time 5:23 Spangsbjerg st | 5h07 | 10:30 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Esbjerg to Hamburg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Hamburg Hbf -> Rathausmarkt, 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.

Most Esbjerg to Hamburg trains use the Esbjerg to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Esbjerg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Esbjerg 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: Dronning Louise, Bones Esbjerg
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Esbjerg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Esbjerg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Esbjerg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Esbjerg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Esbjerg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Britannia, Hotel Ansgar, Cabinn Esbjerg.
Jerne is 2 km from Esbjerg city centre. Public transport options include:
Jerne has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Jerne.
Available at Jerne: Taxis.
Available at Jerne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jerne.
Spangsbjerg st is 2 km from Esbjerg city centre. Public transport options include:
Spangsbjerg st has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Spangsbjerg st.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spangsbjerg 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-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.
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.
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