Elmshorn to Flensburg by train

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Overview: trains from Elmshorn to Flensburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Elmshorn to Flensburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:05 View journey
Last train 23:07 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 114
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey AU$31.39 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 34m
Train operators 4

Travelling by train from Elmshorn to Flensburg

Ready to travel from Elmshorn to Flensburg by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Elmshorn and Flensburg

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$31.39, but can go to AU$31 when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and AU$58 when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel from Elmshorn to Flensburg

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:05 and the last departure is 23:07. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:05 and the last train leaves at 21:09. On average, a total of 18 trains make this journey each day.

Elmshorn to Flensburg train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 114 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 31 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Elmshorn and Flensburg

Tickets for travel between Elmshorn and Flensburg can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Elmshorn to Flensburg

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Flensburg city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Elmshorn to Flensburg

Want to know more about your journey from Elmshorn to Flensburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Elmshorn to Flensburg is 114 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.