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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bremerhaven is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bremerhaven is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bremerhaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Bremerhaven. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bremerhaven Hauptbahnhof via Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bremerhaven?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bremerhaven. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bremerhaven Hbf via Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Essen to Bremerhaven?

The distance between Essen and Bremerhaven is 322 km. The road distance is 299.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Bremerhaven without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €55 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Essen to Bremerhaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bremerhaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Bremerhaven train from?

Essen to Bremerhaven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bremerhaven?

The best way to get from Essen to Bremerhaven is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €55 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €80 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Essen to Bremerhaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Bremerhaven train arrive?

Essen to Bremerhaven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bremerhaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bremerhaven is 299 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Essen to Bremerhaven.

Where can I stay near Bremerhaven?

There are 2332+ hotels available in Bremerhaven.

Essen to Bremerhaven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Bremerhaven by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Bremerhaven Hbftrain Rs2
3h 14m
€59–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N1387 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz to Bremerhaven Hauptbahnhofbus Rs2
7h 5m
€24–77
Drive 299.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to Bremerhavencar 299.2 km
2h 43m
€43–62
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bremen Airport (BRE)plane DUS - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Bremerhaven Hbftrain
5h 52m
€139–452
Train via Osnabrück
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Westbevern-Vadrup, Bahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Bremerhaven Hbftrain Re9
5h
€54–78

Essen to Bremerhaven by train

144Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.9 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bremerhaven, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bremerhaven Hbf via Bremen Hbf in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Bremerhaven Hauptbahnhof via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz in around 7h 5m.

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