- Must visit
Kunsthalle Bremen
Major art museum with European painting, prints, and modern works, highly regarded for its strong collection and exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$52
Fastest journey on Sep 21
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
2 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 21
5
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Bremen will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 5 trains from Essen to Bremen, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Essen to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $659.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $659 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg 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 Essen to Bremen:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Bremen costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $619 (€506) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Bremen costing on average $659 (€539).
Other travel options to Bremen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 15m.
Bus takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 50m sooner (2h 15m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $67 (€54) compared to roughly $47 (€38) 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 Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
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 Essen to Bremen trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Essen | 2h14 | 8:14 AM Bremen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Essen | 2h12 | 1:08 PM Bremen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:56 PM Essen | 2h12 | 7:08 PM Bremen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Essen to Bremen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Bremen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bremen trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, prints, and modern works, highly regarded for its strong collection and exhibitions.
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Museum on overseas trade, migration, and global cultures, known for immersive displays and broad historical perspective.
Bremen's main square framed by the town hall, cathedral, and statues; the essential starting point for sightseeing.
Narrow medieval lane with artisan houses, tiny courtyards, and atmospheric lighting, one of Bremen's loveliest walks.
Expressionist street of art, architecture, and shops, famous for its carillon and unique cultural atmosphere.
Kale stewed and served with smoked sausage, pork and potatoes. A North German winter classic strongly tied to Bremen's cold-season food culture.
A rustic fried potato dish, often mixed with onions, bacon or corned beef and topped with pickles or herring. A traditional hearty meal in Bremen.
Pan-fried North Sea smelt, eaten whole when in season. It is a regional spring specialty around Bremen and nearby river and coastal areas.
Refined fine dining in an elegant setting, known for creative modern cuisine and one of Bremen's most acclaimed high-end restaurant experiences.
Historic Ratskeller beneath the town hall, celebrated for German cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar in a uniquely atmospheric heritage setting.
Well-known old-town venue for regional fish dishes and classic Hanseatic fare, with a casual traditional feel popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually below Munich or Hamburg, while transit and museum costs are fairly standard for city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Bremen Hbf -> Domsheide, Bremen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Bremen 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 Bremen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Bremen trains use the Essen Hbf to Bremen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Bremen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Essen 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: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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.
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