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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | HBF | Bremen central station (train) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | HBF | Bremen central station (train) | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bremen Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bremen Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bremen Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Bremen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bremen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Bremen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Bremen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Bremen start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Bremen?
The average train trip from Essen to Bremen takes 2h 15m and covers 219 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Bremen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Bremen?
The earliest train from Essen to Bremen departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 8:53pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Bremen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bremen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Bremen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Bremen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Bremen was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Bremen, as early as possible.
