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De Museumfabriek
Leading museum for textile history, machinery and design, reflecting Enschede’s industrial past through interactive displays.
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
3 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
3 h 37 m
Trains on 09 Sept
15
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Enschede is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Enschede will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Hamburg to Enschede you need to make at least one change.
ICE 105 · 20208
ICE 515 · 20206
ICE 103 · 20204
ICE 517 · 20210
ICE 103 · ICE 242 · RE RS23
ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1745
ICE 105 · ICE 240 · RE RS23
ICE 109 · ICE 146 · RE RS23
ICE 201 · ICE 144 · RE RS23
ICE 105 · 20208Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Enschede among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £149.
Distance: 258 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Hamburg to Enschede:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Enschede costing on average £32.
A coach is £126 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Enschede costing on average £149.
Other travel options to Enschede take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Coach takes on average 4h 58m.
The journey is about 22m faster (3h 31m by train vs 3h 53m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £50). 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 Hamburg to Enschede trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:23 Hamburg | 4h04 | 12:27 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Hamburg | 3h42 | 13:27 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:45 Hamburg | 3h42 | 19:27 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Hamburg | 7h35 | 4:20 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 9 September | |||||
ICE 103 · ICE 242 · RE RS23 | On time 4:41 Hamburg Hbf | 3h45 | 8:26 Enschede station | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · 20204 | On time 4:41 Hamburg Hbf | 3h46 | 8:27 Enschede station | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · 20206 | On time 5:45 Hamburg Hbf | 3h42 | 9:27 Enschede station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Enschede run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 258 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 258 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Best time to book 56 days |
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Leading museum for textile history, machinery and design, reflecting Enschede’s industrial past through interactive displays.
Art museum with modern and contemporary works, changing exhibitions and a respected collection in Roombeek.
Compact gallery and project space known for contemporary visual art, design and experimental exhibitions in the city centre.
Central market square lined with historic façades, shops and terraces, ideal for people-watching and exploring the old centre.
Revived district shaped after the fireworks disaster, now known for architecture, museums and creative urban atmosphere.
Large city park with lawns, paths, ponds and monuments, popular for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
A soft white bread roll from Twente, traditionally filled with currants or raisins and eaten at Easter. It is a well-known regional festive bake.
A rich rye loaf from Twente, baked slowly for a dense, slightly sweet flavour. It reflects the region’s old farmhouse baking tradition.
A traditional Twente currant loaf, usually enjoyed sliced with butter. It is a classic regional bake linked to family gatherings and celebrations.
Stylish restaurant in Roombeek serving refined seasonal dishes in a modern setting. Good for a relaxed but polished dinner.
Popular brewery venue pouring Grolsch beers with hearty Dutch and international dishes. Lively, informal atmosphere near the city centre.
Well-known pancake restaurant for Dutch pannenkoeken with many toppings. Casual and family-friendly, ideal for a traditional local meal.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, while local buses and everyday coffee remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Enschede 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 Enschede, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Enschede trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Enschede station pair, with some services arriving at Glanerbrug. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Enschede train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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.
Enschede 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 Fellini Enschede, De Kater
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Enschede. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Enschede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enschede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Enschede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Enschede, Van der Valk Hotel Enschede, U Parkhotel.
Glanerbrug is 5 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Glanerbrug has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Glanerbrug.
ATMs are available at Glanerbrug.
Available at Glanerbrug: Parking.
Available at Glanerbrug: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glanerbrug.
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