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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Essen to Bremen

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
258 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$699.74

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$699.74

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.39–$496.18

Lufthansa City

Website:
lufthansa-city.com/de/home.html
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$76.34–$534.35

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$61.07–$67.43

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$34.35

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bremen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bremen is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bremen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bremen is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bremen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Bremen Fernbusterminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bremen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bremen Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Essen to Bremen?

The distance between Essen and Bremen is 254 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bremen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bremen without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $19.57 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bremen?

The train from Essen Hbf to Bremen Hbf takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bremen bus from?

Essen to Bremen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bremen train from?

Essen to Bremen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Bremen?

The best way to get from Essen to Bremen is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $19.57 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 3h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $76.09 - $521.74 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Essen to Bremen bus arrive?

Essen to Bremen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Essen to Bremen train arrive?

Essen to Bremen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bremen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bremen is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Essen to Bremen.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Bremen?

Book your Essen to Bremen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Bremen?

Book your Essen to Bremen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bremen?

There are 850+ hotels available in Bremen. Prices start at $41.14 per night.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Bremen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Bremen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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