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Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s premier fine art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 19 trains that leave Bremen for Frankfurt am Main on Sat, May 30, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
ICE 519
4419 · ICE 1187
ICE 519 · S9
4413 · ICE 73 · S9
4417 · ICE 7
4411 · ICE 577
4415 · ICE 579
4419 · ICE 771
4413 · ICE 73
4409 · ECE 5Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $302 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Bremen to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $37 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $86 (€69).
A bus is $253 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $302 (€243).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Bus takes on average 6h 21m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (4h 21m by train vs 5h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€69) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4429 · ICE 77 | On time 6:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 3h57 | 10:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4429 · ICE 77 · S9 | 6:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h27 | 10:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 617 | On time 6:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h05 | 10:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4431 · ICE 777 | 7:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 3h57 | 11:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4431 · ICE 777 · ICE 920 | 7:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h19 | 11:36 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 207 · ICE 319 | Delayed 7:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 5h05 | 11:09 PM 11:09 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 207 · ICE 319 | Delayed 7:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h51 | 10:41 PM 10:41 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 207 · IC 60403 | On time 7:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h17 | 2:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
4433 · ICE 79+ 15023 | 8:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 5h23 | 1:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 619 | 8:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h28 | 1:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60471 | On time 11:06 PM Bremen Hbf | 5h22 | 4:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 921 | On time 11:45 PM Bremen Hbf | 7h18 | 7:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 11:45 PM Bremen Hbf | 5h03 | 4:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:55 AM Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) | 10h05 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
4409 · ECE 5 | On time 8:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 3h57 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4409 · ECE 5 · S9 | 8:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h27 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517 · S9 | On time 8:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h44 | 1:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517 | On time 8:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h05 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4411 · ICE 1073 | On time 9:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h40 | 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4411 · ICE 577 · S6 · S9 | 9:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h27 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
4411 · ICE 577 | Delayed 9:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 3h51 | 11:11 AM 11:11 AMFrankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | On time 9:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h05 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4413 · ICE 73 | On time 10:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 3h57 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4413 · ICE 73 · S9 | 10:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h27 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 · S9 | On time 10:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h44 | 3:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 | On time 10:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h05 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4415 · ICE 579 | Delayed 11:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 3h51 | 1:09 PM 1:09 PMFrankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
4415 · ICE 579 · S6 · S9 | 11:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 4h27 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
4417 · ICE 7 | On time 12:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 3h57 | 4:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 · S9 | On time 12:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h44 | 5:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4419 · ICE 771 | On time 1:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 3h52 | 5:09 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
4419 · ICE 1187 | On time 1:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 4h40 | 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bremen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Frankfurt’s premier fine art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
One of Germany’s most famous natural history museums, especially popular for its dinosaur skeletons and family-friendly science displays.
Leading contemporary art museum known for its bold architecture and strong postwar and modern collections. Ideal for visitors interested in cutting-edge exhibitions.
Frankfurt’s historic central square, lined with reconstructed timber-frame houses and key civic landmarks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römerberg and the cathedral, blending historic character with modern reconstruction. Very popular for photos and strolling.
Riverside museum district on both banks of the Main, ideal for walking, architecture, and cultural stops. One of Frankfurt’s signature urban areas.
Thin smoked pork sausages with protected regional status, traditionally gently heated and served with bread, mustard, and potato salad.
Frankfurt’s famous cold herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually mixed with sour cream or yogurt and served with eggs or boiled potatoes.
A tangy sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A classic apple wine tavern snack strongly associated with Hesse.
Upscale dining venue with skyline views, refined modern cuisine, and a special-occasion atmosphere in one of Frankfurt’s landmark towers.
Classic Sachsenhausen apple wine tavern known for Grüne Soße, schnitzel, and other Frankfurt staples in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known historic Ebbelwoi restaurant serving hearty Hessian dishes such as Handkäs, ribs, and apple wine in a rustic atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, but supermarkets and transit stay reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually by telling the total when paying.
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