The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bremen
Cheapest price
£154
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
620 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Bremen will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £154.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Bremen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 620 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 78 · IC 2430
ICE 372 · ICE 612
ICE 374 · ICE 614
ICE 202
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 1586 · RE 4418
ICE 78 · IC 2430
ICE 372 · ICE 612
ICE 202
ICE 374 · ICE 614
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 1586 · RE 4418Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Bremen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 620 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £273 Average Price |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 27m Average total duration 13h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Bremen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 374 · ICE 614 | Delayed 05:06 Basel SBB | 7h09 | 12:26 12:26Bremen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 78 · IC 2430 | On time 06:06 Basel SBB | 6h44 | 12:50 Bremen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 1586 · RE 4418 | On time 06:13 Basel SBB | 7h26 | 13:39 Bremen Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 202 | On time 06:13 Basel SBB | 7h02 | 13:15 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 372 · ICE 612 | Delayed 07:13 Basel SBB | 7h02 | 14:26 14:26Bremen Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bremen
Distance 620 km |
Average train duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet from Basel to Bremen trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Basel and Bremen from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Basel to Bremen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Bremen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:30 - 21:00
- Sunday: 07:30 - 21:00
- Du & ich
- Mexcal
- Savarin
- Aldo
- City-Hotel
- Buthmann
- Hotel Bremer Haus
- Courtyard by Marriott
- Burgerme
- Pachamama
- Novazena
- Cafe & Bar Celona
- Hotel Stadt Bremen
- Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt
- Westfalia
- Hotel ÜberFluss
- Cafe Bürgerhaus Mahndorf
- Grauer Esel
- El Presidente
- Gül Imbiss
- McDonald's
- Hotel zur Fähre
- Hotel Havenhaus
- Almaz
- Muru's Curry
- Aris da Franco
- Palast Grill 7
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