- Must visit
Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Lübeck will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Bremen to Lübeck without transferring at least once.
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ICE 1028 · 11458
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ICE 616 · 11466Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $219.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Lübeck:
A bus is $16 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Lübeck costing on average $30 (€30).
A bus is $287 (€287) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Lübeck costing on average $301 (€301).
Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
Flight takes on average 4h 21m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $30 (€30) compared to roughly $27 (€27) 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 Lübeck trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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11456+ 81908 | 5:57 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h27 | 8:24 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11408+ 82010 | 6:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 8:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1028 · 11458 | On time 7:22 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h02 | 9:24 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11410+ 82012 | 7:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 9:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 208 · 11460 | On time 8:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 10:24 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11412+ 82014 | 8:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 10:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · 11462 | On time 9:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 11:24 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11414+ 82016 | 9:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 11:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 206 · 11464 | On time 10:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 12:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11416+ 82018 | 10:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 12:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · 11466 | On time 11:17 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 1:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11418+ 82020 | 11:33 AM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 1:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · 11468 | On time 12:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 2:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11420+ 82022 | 12:33 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · 11470 | On time 1:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 3:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11422+ 82024 | 1:33 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 202 · 11472 | On time 2:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 4:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11424+ 82026 | 2:33 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 4:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 · 11474 | On time 3:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 5:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11426+ 82028 | 3:33 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h19 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 11476 | On time 4:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 6:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bremen to Lübeck run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€20) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Lübeck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lübeck trip today.
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lübeck Hbf -> Holstentorplatz, Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bremen to Lübeck trains use the Bremen Hbf to Lübeck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Lübeck 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-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle 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: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
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.
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck 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: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand is 16 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand 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: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Strandoase, Ostsee Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde, Seeschlößchen, Deutscher Kaiser.
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen is 15 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen 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: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Niederegger, Landungsbrücken
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen.
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Deutscher Kaiser, Lili Marleen, Hotel Soldwisch.
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