How to travel from Bremen to Rotterdam

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bremen to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a train costs an average of €46.

Distance: 198 miles (320 km)

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Driving

€46

Average price

€33

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Cheapest

€68

Average price

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4h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 45m

Average total duration

6h 15m

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30m

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4h 52m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €33.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Rotterdam costing on average €46.

A bus is €204 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Rotterdam costing on average €237.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 45m.

Flight takes on average 10h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bremen and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Rotterdam among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 23m faster (4h 29m by train vs 4h 52m by car) and roughly €22 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€46 vs €68). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bremen to Rotterdam

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:55 AM8h35
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    11:30 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:55 AM8h35
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    11:30 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2193+Brussels AirlinesLH5630
    1:50 PM3h25
    Bremen Airport
    5:15 PMBrussels Airport
    3601One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2438 · Bus 72008 · IC 730 · IC 630
    5:53 AM5h32
    Bremen Hbf
    11:25 AMRotterdam Centraal
    271One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2434 · Bus 72010 · IC 746 · IC 646
    9:53 AM5h32
    Bremen Hbf
    3:25 PMRotterdam Centraal
    331One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4445 · ICE 1540+VIAS Rail GmbH20006+Deutsche BahnIC 3220
    12:13 AM8h27
    Bremen Hbf
    8:40 AMRotterdam Centraal
    421One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:40 PM6h05
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    4:45 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 PM6h20
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    9:05 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    291One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2193+Brussels AirlinesLH5582
    1:50 PM6h05
    Bremen Airport
    7:55 PMBrussels Airport
    3601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2195+Brussels AirlinesLH5584
    4:40 PM6h30
    Bremen Airport
    11:10 PMBrussels Airport
    3601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2193+Brussels AirlinesLH5584
    1:50 PM9h20
    Bremen Airport
    11:10 PMBrussels Airport
    3601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen to Rotterdam

Travel to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bremen and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €33.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Rotterdam costing on average €46.

A bus is €204 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Rotterdam costing on average €237.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 45m.

Flight takes on average 10h 27m.

The distance from Bremen to Rotterdam is approximately 198 miles (320 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bremen to Rotterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bremen Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Rotterdam by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bremen to Rotterdam:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.

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