- Bremen to Essen trains
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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 | Bremen central station (train) | HBF | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Bremen central station (train) | HBF | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Bremen central station (train) | HBF | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Bremen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bremen to Essen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bremen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Bremen to Essen start from R 227. The average price for this train route is around R 783. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bremen to Essen?
The average train journey time from Bremen to Essen is 2h 14m, covering a distance of 220 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Bremen to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bremen to Essen?
The earliest train from Bremen to Essen departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 20:44.
Which is the best train operator from Bremen to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bremen to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Bremen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bremen to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bremen to Essen as early as possible.









