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Kunsthalle Bremen
Major art museum with European paintings, prints, and modern works from the Middle Ages to the present. One of Bremen’s top cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Bremen will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Bremen without transferring at least once.
ICE 1111 · ICE 516
IC 522 · R 5005 · ICE 1545 · ICE 616
ICE 317 · ICE 104
ICE 315 · ICE 108
ICE 315 · ICE 108
ICE 1111 · ICE 516
ICE 13 · ICE 202
ICE 315 · ICE 108
ICE 15 · ICE 200
ICE 13 · ICE 202Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $144.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$162 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $491 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bremen:
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Bremen costing on average $162 (€131).
A bus is $437 (€353) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Bremen costing on average $491 (€397).
Other travel options to Bremen take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 20m.
Bus takes on average 7h 19m.
Tickets start at around $162 (€131) compared to roughly $94 (€76) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-67.99 (€-54.93). The journey takes 6h 20m versus 5h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Bremen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 522 · R 5005 · ICE 1545 · ICE 616 | On time 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h59 | 11:19 AM Bremen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 202 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h49 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 202 | On time 8:34 AM Brussels-North | 5h40 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 15 · ICE 200 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h49 | 4:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 315 · ICE 108 | On time 12:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h49 | 6:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 315 · ICE 108 | On time 12:34 PM Brussels-North | 5h40 | 6:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 17 · ICE 106 | On time 2:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h49 | 8:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1111 · ICE 516 | On time 3:41 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h38 | 9:19 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 317 · ICE 104 | On time 4:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h52 | 10:17 PM Bremen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 319 · ICE 1541 · 4448 | On time 8:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h14 | 5:39 AM Bremen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 519 · Bus 18977 · 18981 · Bus RE18 | On time 8:56 PM Brussels-Midi | 10h23 | 7:19 AM Bremen Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 3120 · ECD 9583 · IC 2889 · ICE 141 | On time 8:58 PM Brussels-Midi | 13h16 | 10:14 AM Bremen Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Brussels to Bremen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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