Hamburg to Esbjerg train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,EC,RE)

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Esbjerg

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h 53 m

Average duration

4 h 13 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

233 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Esbjerg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Esbjerg will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Esbjerg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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.

Deutsche Bahn
05:374h17
Hamburg
09:54Esbjerg
£311One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:434h11
Hamburg
11:54Esbjerg
£311One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
09:434h18
Hamburg
14:01Esbjerg
£431One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
20:567h39
Hamburg
04:35Esbjerg
£461One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:174h27
Hamburg
11:44Esbjerg
£471One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Hamburg to Esbjerg train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnRE 11252 · RE 11152 · IC 5752 · IC 827
On time
04:36 Hamburg Hbf
5h04
09:40 Jerne Station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11252 · RE 11152 · IC 5752 · IC 827
On time
04:36 Hamburg Hbf
5h04
09:40 Spangsbjerg st
4 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11252 · RE 11152 · IC 5752 · IC 827
On time
04:36 Hamburg Hbf
4h52
09:28 Esbjerg
3 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11006+norddeutscheebgsneg 5720+deutsche_bahnR 5034
On time
06:36 Hamburg Altona
4h04
10:40 Jerne Station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11006+norddeutscheebgsneg 5720+deutsche_bahnR 5034
On time
06:36 Hamburg Altona
4h08
10:44 Esbjerg
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11006+norddeutscheebgsneg 5720+deutsche_bahnR 5034
On time
06:36 Hamburg Altona
4h25
11:01 Spangsbjerg st
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 835 · R 5145
On time
06:40 Hamburg Hbf
5h00
11:40 Spangsbjerg st
3 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 835
On time
06:40 Hamburg Hbf
4h48
11:28 Esbjerg
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 835 · R 5040
On time
06:40 Hamburg Hbf
5h00
11:40 Jerne Station
3 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 398 · IC 50432
On time
07:50 Hamburg Hbf
4h10
12:00 Esbjerg
1 change
deutsche_bahnEC 398 · IC 50432 · R 5053
On time
07:50 Hamburg Hbf
4h26
12:16 Jerne Station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 398 · IC 50432 · R 5151
On time
07:50 Hamburg Hbf
4h50
12:40 Spangsbjerg st
2 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 2214+norddeutscheebgsneg 5722+deutsche_bahnR 5046
On time
08:17 Hamburg Hbf
4h23
12:40 Jerne Station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 2214+norddeutscheebgsneg 5722+deutsche_bahnR 5046
On time
08:17 Hamburg Hbf
4h44
13:01 Spangsbjerg st
2 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 2214+norddeutscheebgsneg 5722+deutsche_bahnR 5046
On time
08:17 Hamburg Hbf
4h27
12:44 Esbjerg
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11160 · IC 5756 · IC 843 · R 5052
On time
08:43 Hamburg Hbf
4h57
13:40 Jerne Station
3 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11160 · IC 5756 · IC 843
On time
08:43 Hamburg Hbf
4h45
13:28 Esbjerg
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11160 · IC 5756 · IC 843 · R 5157
On time
08:43 Hamburg Hbf
4h57
13:40 Spangsbjerg st
3 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 396 · IC 50440 · R 5163
On time
09:53 Hamburg Hbf
4h47
14:40 Spangsbjerg st
2 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 396 · IC 50440 · R 5065
On time
09:53 Hamburg Hbf
4h23
14:16 Jerne Station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 396 · IC 50440
On time
09:53 Hamburg Hbf
4h07
14:00 Esbjerg
1 change
deutsche_bahnRE 11014+norddeutscheebgsneg 5726+deutsche_bahnR 5058
On time
10:35 Hamburg Altona
4h09
14:44 Esbjerg
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11014+norddeutscheebgsneg 5726+deutsche_bahnR 5058
On time
10:35 Hamburg Altona
4h05
14:40 Jerne Station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnRE 11014+norddeutscheebgsneg 5726+deutsche_bahnR 5058
On time
10:35 Hamburg Altona
4h26
15:01 Spangsbjerg st
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Esbjerg

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Trains from Hamburg to Esbjerg run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
233 km
Average train duration
3h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
3h 51m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Hamburg to Esbjerg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Hamburg and Esbjerg from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 25m
Cheapest Price
£56
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Hamburg to Esbjerg train

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Esbjerg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Esbjerg.
FAQs
The train distance from Hamburg to Esbjerg is 233 km.
The train journey from Hamburg to Esbjerg covers a distance of 233 km and takes approximately 3h 51m. Trains run 21 per day.
The first train from Hamburg to Esbjerg leaves at 0:04.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Esbjerg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Hamburg to Esbjerg departs at 23:58.
Trains from Hamburg to Esbjerg run approximately 21 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Esbjerg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Esbjerg is by train, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Esbjerg is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Esbjerg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Esbjerg.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Esbjerg.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Esbjerg.
To travel from Hamburg to Esbjerg, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Esbjerg

Hamburg
Esbjerg
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Esbjerg.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Dining
Dining
  • Café Bom Dia
  • Hünkar
  • Yoko Sushi Harburg
  • Mathewes Grill
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Panorama
  • Hotel Harburger Hof
  • Hotel Jeta
  • Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg FriedrichsbergWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Most wanted Burger
  • Taverna Metaxa
  • Eddas Eiscafe
  • McDonald's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Tiefenthal
  • Villa Wandsbek Hotel Garni
  • DARZ GästeZimmer
  • Hotel Marco Polo
Hamburg AirportWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • St. Pauli
  • Scoom
  • McCafé
Hotel
Hotel
  • Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg DammtorWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Hunt Coffee
  • Haerlin
  • Gran Sasso
  • Double Coffee
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Hanseatin
  • Renaissance
  • Hotel Preuß
  • Hotel Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Le Crobag
  • Burger King
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Havin Grill
  • KFC
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Starbucks
  • dean&david
  • SPAR Express
  • Pommesfreunde
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
  • Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Dining
Dining
  • Ethio
  • Trattoria Toscana
  • Marta
  • Pavillon
Hotel
Hotel
  • Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
  • Hotel Hamburg Altona
  • Hotel Central
  • Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
15 km
Dining
Dining
  • Casa Vecchia
  • Burger Lounge
  • Il mío
  • Olivo
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sachsentor
  • Hotel Hanseat
Hamburg, JungfernstiegParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Hamburg-HammerbrookWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Subway
  • Essino
  • Schanzenbäcker
Hotel
Hotel
  • Novum Hotel Belmondo Hamburg
  • Mercure Hamburg City
  • Ambassador
  • City Haus
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn)WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
14
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
Dining
Dining
  • Block House
  • Schweinske
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
  • Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Sixt
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
Public transport options for Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn)
  • U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
  • S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
  • Bus: Several lines available
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof / ZOBParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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