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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Bremen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Bremen from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 45m
£15
£16
4
Train
2h 28m
£15
£24
50
Car
2h 20m
£16
£16
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Bremen from Essen?

You can reach Bremen with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
Saturday
from £15
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £16
Wednesday
from £15
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    12:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    16:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:00
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:05
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    13:10
    Essen
    Central Station
    17:35
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 34m
    0
    20:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    23:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    05:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 4m
    0
    02:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:50
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 33m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:19
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    13:20
    Essen
    15:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 33m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:19
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    05:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    07:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 34m
    0
    18:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    21:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Bremen?

You can get to Bremen from Essen in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
from 2h 28m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 2h 20m
Wednesday
from 2h 28m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    05:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 33m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:19
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 34m
    0
    20:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    23:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 34m
    0
    18:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    21:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:00
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    01:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:05
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    12:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    16:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    13:10
    Essen
    Central Station
    17:35
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    13:20
    Essen
    15:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    05:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 28m
    0
    07:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 33m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:19
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 34m
    0
    18:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    21:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Bremen

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Bremen?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Bremen you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Coach Station or Stockholmer Straße Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bremen from Essen? With 5 connections between 3 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Bremen, you can pay as low as £15 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Bremen in just 2h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Bremen are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Bremen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Bremen Airport, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Bremen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Bremen?

The most popular companies between Essen and Bremen, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Bremen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Bremen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Bremen

How can I reach Bremen from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bremen from Essen.

How far is Bremen from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Bremen is 217.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Bremen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 37 kgs, and a flight 54 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Bremen?

You can get to Bremen with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bremen in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Essen and to Bremen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Bremen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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