
Day trip from Emden to Borkum
Why visit Borkum for the day?
Borkum is a North Sea island town known for broad beaches, dunes and clean sea air. Its relaxed resort atmosphere and position in the Wadden Sea give it a distinctly maritime character.
The most popular day trips from Emden are Borkum, Oldenburg, Leer, Aurich and Bremen. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Emden on Omio.

Borkum is a North Sea island town known for broad beaches, dunes and clean sea air. Its relaxed resort atmosphere and position in the Wadden Sea give it a distinctly maritime character.

Oldenburg is a laid-back university city in Lower Saxony, known for cycling, parks and a compact historic centre. Schloss Oldenburg, brick architecture and a lively café scene give it a cultured but easy-going character.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emden to Oldenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.

Leer is an East Frisian town known for its historic centre, small harbour and network of canals. Gabled houses, waterside streets and a strong seafaring tradition give it a calm maritime character.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emden to Leer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £15.

Aurich is a compact East Frisian town known for brick buildings, canals and a calm historic centre. The market square and Schlossbezirk reflect its regional character, with nearby moorland and coast shaping its laid-back feel.

Bremen is a historic Hanseatic city on the Weser, known for its market square and the Town Musicians of Bremen. Its compact centre mixes brick Gothic architecture, maritime heritage and a relaxed northern character.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emden to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £23.