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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bremen central station (train) | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Bremen Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Bremen Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Bremen Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Bremen Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceUS$20 - US$37 | Average duration3h 40m | 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average priceUS$14 - US$89 | Average duration2h 14m | 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest | ||
Carpool | Average priceUS$17 - US$29 | Average duration2h 30m | 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Bremen to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Bremen to Essen: Trip Overview
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Bremen to Essen Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bremen - Essen
How much does a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Bremen to Essen is US$41. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bremen to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Bremen to Essen?
A train trip between Bremen and Essen is around 2h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 136 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Bremen and Essen?
The number of trains from Bremen to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bremen to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Bremen to Essen?
When taking the train from Bremen to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bremen to Essen was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$9To 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.
You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$141 for a train ticket from Bremen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-09-02.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bremen to Essen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Bremen and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Bremen to Essen.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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