Hamburg to Emden by train

  • First train
    04:37
  • Last train
    22:46
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    2hr 48m
  • Distance
    185 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    42
  • Avg. journey time
    3hr 38m
  • Train operators

Hamburg to Emden train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Hamburg to Emden by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Emden take around 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 185 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around 04:37. The last departure is usually at around 22:46. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 04:37, with the last train leaving at around 20:46. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 42 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$18.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Emden, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Emden.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Emden?

The journey between Hamburg and Emden usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Hamburg to Emden every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Emden?

The Hamburg to Emden train travel takes about 2 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Emden train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Emden leaving Hamburg at around 04:37 and the last train leaving at around 22:46. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 04:37, with the final departure at 20:46.

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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.