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Hanauer Museum
Kehl’s local history museum presents the city’s development, Rhine life and border story. A useful first stop for understanding the town.
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
6 h 6 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Kehl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Kehl will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Bremen to Kehl without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 60471+
87408
ICE 619 · S3 · 4701+
87400
4433 · ICE 79 · ICE 619 · S3
ICE 203+
87464
ICE 615 · ICE 379 · 4745+
87466
4425 · ECE 9+
87464
ICE 611 · ICE 375+
87454
ICE 519 · ICE 373+
87446
ICE 517 · ICE 371+
87438
4409 · ECE 5+
87438Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Kehl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €145.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€131 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €283 Average price | €19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 26m Average total duration 13h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Kehl:
A bus is €77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Kehl costing on average €131.
A bus is €229 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Kehl costing on average €283.
Other travel options to Kehl take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
Flight takes on average 13h 26m.
You'll arrive about 54m sooner (6h 2m by train vs 6h 56m by car). Tickets start at around €131 compared to roughly €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.
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 Kehl trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4433 · ICE 79 · ICE 619 · S3 | 8:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h36 | 5:53 AM Kehl station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 619 · S3 · 4701+ 87400 | 8:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h09 | 5:53 AM Kehl station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 619 · IC 60408+ 88596 | 8:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h52 | 6:36 AM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
IC 60471+ 87408 | On time 11:10 PM Bremen Hbf | 8h13 | 7:23 AM Kehl station | 1 transfer | |
4439 · ICE 273+ 87412 | 11:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h06 | 8:23 AM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 275 | On time 11:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h16 | 9:00 AM Kehl station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 523 · ICE 911 · ICE 275 | On time 11:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 9h16 | 9:00 AM Kehl station | 4 transfers | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
4409 · ECE 5+ 87438 | 8:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h36 | 2:53 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 8:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h09 | 2:53 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4411 · ICE 577 · ICE 107 · 4731 | 9:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 7h06 | 4:23 PM Kehl station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 107 · 4731+ 87444 | On time 9:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h39 | 4:23 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4413 · ICE 73 · 5339+ 87446 | 10:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h36 | 4:53 PM Kehl station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 519 · ICE 373+ 87446 | On time 10:44 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h09 | 4:53 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4415 · ICE 579 · ICE 109 · 4735 | 11:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 7h06 | 6:23 PM Kehl station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 109 · 4735+ 87452 | On time 11:45 AM Bremen Hbf | 6h38 | 6:23 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4417 · ICE 7 · 17023+ 87454 | 12:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h36 | 6:53 PM Kehl station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 611 · ICE 375+ 87454 | On time 12:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h09 | 6:53 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4419 · ICE 771 · ICE 201 · 4739 | 1:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 7h06 | 8:23 PM Kehl station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 201 · 4739+ 87460 | On time 1:45 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h38 | 8:23 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
4421 · ICE 75 · 4741+ 87462 | 2:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 7h06 | 9:23 PM Kehl station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 613 · ICE 377+ 87462 | On time 2:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h39 | 9:23 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 203+ 87464 | On time 3:45 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h38 | 10:23 PM Kehl station | 1 transfer | |
4425 · ECE 9+ 87464 | 4:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 6h06 | 10:23 PM Kehl station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 615 · ICE 379 · 4745+ 87466 | On time 4:44 PM Bremen Hbf | 7h02 | 11:46 PM Kehl station | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bremen to Kehl run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Kehl — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kehl trip today.
Kehl’s local history museum presents the city’s development, Rhine life and border story. A useful first stop for understanding the town.
Cross-border contemporary art venue in nearby Strasbourg-Ortenau context, often visited from Kehl for ambitious modern and temporary exhibitions.
Major modern art museum in Strasbourg, easily reached from Kehl by tram. It is one of the region’s strongest art destinations.
Kehl’s best-known park and promenade area along the Rhine, ideal for walking, cycling, relaxing and easy access to the footbridge to Strasbourg.
Central square and shopping area that serves as Kehl’s everyday heart. Good for people-watching and seeing local city life.
Main pedestrian shopping street in the center with easy tram access. A practical and lively place for a stroll between key sights.
Flammkuchen is a thin wood-fired flatbread topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. It is a signature Upper Rhine dish shared by Kehl and nearby Alsace.
Schäufele is pork shoulder or blade, slow-roasted until tender. In Baden it is a hearty Sunday classic, often served with potato salad or sauerkraut.
Maultaschen are large filled pasta pockets, usually stuffed with meat, spinach, herbs, and bread. A beloved Swabian-Baden comfort food common in local inns.
Traditional Alsatian and Baden restaurant known for flammkuchen and regional classics in a cozy, rustic setting near the Rhine.
Established hotel restaurant serving refined regional cuisine and seasonal menus in an elegant, quiet atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for tarte flambée, pizza, and pasta with a lively atmosphere that suits relaxed lunches and dinners.
Moderate for Germany. Kehl is often cheaper than nearby Strasbourg; dining is reasonable, transit is low-cost, and hotels vary by season and events.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Kehl Bahnhof -> Place de l'Étoile, Kehl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen to Kehl by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kehl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bremen to Kehl trains use the Bremen Hbf to Kehl station pair, with some services arriving at Kork. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Kehl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Bremen-Lesum is 13 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Lesum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Derada, Renoir, Cafe, Café Knoops Park
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Lesum. ATMs are available at Bremen-Lesum.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Lesum. Information desks are available at Bremen-Lesum.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Lesum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Lesum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Lesum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Lesum.
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
Kehl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant Cafe am Yachthafen, Kochlöffel, Alte Zunft, Maï Thai
Wi-Fi is available at Kehl. ATMs are available at Kehl.
Ticket office support is available at Kehl. Information desks are available at Kehl.
Luggage storage is available at Kehl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kehl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kehl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kehl.
Nearby hotels include Rosengarten, Europa-Hotel, Restaurant Pizzeria Schwert;Hotel Schwert, Lamm.
Kork is 4 km from Kehl city centre. Public transport options include:
Kork has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café "Alte Landschreiberei"
Wi-Fi is available at Kork. ATMs are available at Kork.
Ticket office support is available at Kork. Information desks are available at Kork.
Luggage storage is available at Kork. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kork: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kork: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kork.
Nearby hotels include Gästehaus Krone.
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