Paris to Elmshorn by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Elmshorn

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Elmshorn, 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 06:13 View journey
Last train 22:06 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 8hr 13m View journey
Distance (km) 745
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey €190.48 View journey
Avg journey time 16hr 2m
Train operators 16

Taking the train from Paris to Elmshorn

Ready to book a trip from Paris to Elmshorn by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Paris and Elmshorn

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €190.48

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train schedule for travel between Paris and Elmshorn

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 26 trains make this journey of 745 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Paris is at 06:13 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:06.

During the weekend, 06:41 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:05 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 5 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Paris to Elmshorn

The swiftest journey time on this route is 8 hours and 13 minutes, crossing a total distance of 745 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Paris and Elmshorn?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Paris and Elmshorn 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Paris to Elmshorn travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Elmshorn.

FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Elmshorn

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

The total distance from Paris to Elmshorn is 745 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.