How to travel from Bremen to Hamburg

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Compare train and bus for Bremen to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $29.

Distance: 60 miles (98 km)

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$29

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$22

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2h 18m

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Compare ways to travel from Bremen to Hamburg

Compare the available ways to get from Bremen to Hamburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Bremen to Hamburg:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Hamburg costing on average $29.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 35m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bremen and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Hamburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 25m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $29 compared to roughly $22 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.

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from Bremen to Hamburg

How to get from Bremen to Hamburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bremen to Hamburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • Deutsche BahnICE 920
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  • Deutsche BahnIC 60470
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus51111
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The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bremen to Hamburg, 56,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Bremen to Hamburg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Bremen to Hamburg. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bremen to Hamburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bremen and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Bremen to Hamburg:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Hamburg costing on average $29.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 35m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 18m.

The distance from Bremen to Hamburg is approximately 60 miles (98 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Hamburg is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bremen and Hamburg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bremen to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bremen to Hamburg with the following travel companies:
  • 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, London, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.
Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.

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