How to get from Essen to Bremen

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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, Buses and Trains 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 50m
£8
£11
1
Train
3h 14m
£22
£22
106
Car
2h 0m
£14
£16
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bremen from Essen?

You can reach Bremen with just £8 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
from £9
Saturday
from £14
Sunday
Monday
from £14
Tuesday
from £16
Wednesday
Thursday
from £8

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Essen
    19:10
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Essen
    12:00
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    10:20
    Essen
    12:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    10:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    12:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    22:50
    Dortmund Airport
    00:50
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    17:50
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    02:11
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 27m
    0
    02:11
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:38
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 19m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:05
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 14m
    0
    07:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Dortmund Airport
    12:10
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    11:20
    Dortmund Airport
    13:20
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    13:30
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    15:30
    Dortmund Airport
    17:30
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund Airport
    20:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Bremen?

You can get to Bremen from Essen in just 2h 0m 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
from 2h 10m
Saturday
from 2h 0m
Sunday
Monday
from 2h 0m
Tuesday
from 3h 50m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 2h 0m

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Essen
    19:10
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    10:20
    Essen
    12:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Essen
    12:00
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    10:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    12:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    22:50
    Dortmund Airport
    00:50
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    17:50
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 14m
    0
    07:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 22m
    0
    18:52
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 19m
    0
    04:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:05
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    02:11
    Essen
    Central Station
    07:14
    Bremen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Dortmund Airport
    12:10
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    11:20
    Dortmund Airport
    13:20
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    13:30
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    15:30
    Dortmund Airport
    17:30
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund Airport
    20:40
    Bremen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    18:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:25
    Bremen
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
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 Coach Station, Central Station or Neustadt Train Station, 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 4 connections between 3 Carpool, Bus and Train 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 £8 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 0m.

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 BlaBlaCar, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 BlaBlaCar, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 4 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, 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 £8 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 0m 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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