How to travel from Zurich to Bremen

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Bremen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, while a flight costs an average of $837.

Distance: 394 miles (635 km)

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$159

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$837

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$90

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$128

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 38m

Average total duration

8h 8m

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4h 56m

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2h 56m

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16h 47m

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16h 17m

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7h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Bremen is a bus with an average price of $90 (€75).

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

A bus is $69 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bremen costing on average $159 (€132).

A bus is $748 (€624) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bremen costing on average $837 (€699).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Bremen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Bremen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 38m.

Bus takes on average 16h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Bremen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Bremen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $159 (€132) compared to roughly $128 (€107) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$30 (-€25). The journey takes 8h 8m versus 7h 52m 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.

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from Zurich to Bremen

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60470
    8:56 PM9h46
    Zurich HB
    6:42 AMBremen Hbf
    $691One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60470
    8:56 PM9h46
    Zurich HB
    6:42 AMBremen Hbf
    $691One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1948 · KL1767
    6:25 PM3h20
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:45 PMBremen Airport
    $3071One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · ICE 618
    9:54 PM11h20
    Zurich HB
    9:14 AMBremen Hbf
    $841One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 100 · ICE 920
    5:58 PM11h52
    Zurich HB
    5:50 AMBremen Hbf
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 272 · S6 · ICE 920
    6:58 PM10h52
    Zurich HB
    5:50 AMBremen Hbf
    $981One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    6:20 PM17h26
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    11:46 AMBremen Hbf
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:25 PM16h15
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:40 AMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    $891One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:25 PM19h00
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    4:25 PMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1946 · KL1767
    2:25 PM7h20
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:45 PMBremen Airport
    $3071One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1948 · KL1761
    6:25 PM15h55
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:20 AMBremen Airport
    $3071One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1946 · KL1761
    2:25 PM19h55
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:20 AMBremen Airport
    $3071One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Bremen

Travel to Bremen 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 Zurich to Bremen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Bremen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Bremen is a bus with an average price of $90 (€75).

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

A bus is $55 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bremen costing on average $145 (€121).

A bus is $748 (€624) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bremen costing on average $837 (€699).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Bremen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Bremen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 37m.

Bus takes on average 16h 47m.

The distance from Zurich to Bremen is approximately 394 miles (635 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Bremen is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Bremen 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 Zurich to Bremen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Bremen Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Bremen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Bremen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Bremen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Bremen by bus.
  • Travel with Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Edelweiss Air to go to Bremen by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Bremen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Bremen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, London, Hamburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bremen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bremen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bremen, you can explore the Übersee-Museum, take a relaxing walk along the Weser River promenade, visit the Rhododendron-Park, enjoy performances at the Theater Bremen, and discover the Kunsthalle Bremen. Must-see sights include the Bremen Town Musicians Statue, Bremen Cathedral, the charming Schnoor Quarter, Universum Bremen, and the unique Böttcherstraße.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Bremen's main attractions, including the historic Old Town, the Bremen Town Musicians, and the Universum Science Center.

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