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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Essen to Bremen. Traveling by train from Essen to Bremen usually takes around 2 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest FlixTrain train can make the trip in 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Distance | 135 mi (218 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 13m |
Lowest price | €7.97 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Essen to Bremen?
In the last month, €16.47 was the average price of a train ticket from Essen, NW to Bremen, HB. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 13 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €7.45 more than that for a same-day booking.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Essen to Bremen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Bremen. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 2 | 2h 30m | €21.44 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 2 daily trips to Bremen from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Bremen Central Station in Bremen after about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Essen to Bremen are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 09:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Essen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Bremen with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bremen to Essen.
City Information
Bremen
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Set on the enchanting Weser River, Bremen is worth visiting in any season. This German city offers a relaxed atmosphere during summer, colorful outdoor fun in spring, warm light walks in autumn, and romantic vacations in winter.
One of Bremen's most iconic sights is the statue of the knight, Roland, located in front of the city hall, facing the cathedral, St. Petri Dom Bremen. Of course, the cathedral itself is a must-see, and you can even climb one of its soaring towers for a remarkable view of the whole city.
The best explorations of Bremen wander through its various neighborhoods and districts. The Böttcherstrasse is a short but significant street lined with unusual 20th-century architecture, perfect for an edgy Instagram shot. Schnoor, on the other hand, preserves Bremen's medieval character; unique shops and restaurants are tucked into fairytale streets of quaint buildings.
If you wander out in the Vegesack district, you'll find Maritime Mile, a 400-year-old man-made harbor. This area showcases Bremen's maritime prominence, best exemplified by the restored merchant ship, Schulschiff Deutschland.
International travelers can reach Bremen via the Bremen Airport, but the German countryside is best seen from a train seat. You can ride Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, and Metronom, among others. It is also easy to reach Bremen on intercity buses from carriers like FlixBus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, and Citylines.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Bremen?
Main arrival station: Bremen Central Station
Bremen receives travelers from Essen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Bremen:
Bremen Central Station
Central Bus Station
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