The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Bremen
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €72
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €75
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 5 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 5 h 42 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 5
- Distance
- 309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Bremen will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Bremen without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 3133 · IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 1459:14 AM 5h00 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 5 transfers
IC 3133 · ICD 1833 · ICE 145 · ICE 2029:14 AM 5h00 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 4 transfers
IC 2120 · ICE 145+
752619:03 AM 6h35 Leiden Centraal 3:38 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 2120 · ICE 145 · ICE 202+
957819:03 AM 5h11 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 3 transfers
IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 6128:30 AM 6h44 Leiden Centraal 3:14 PM Bremen Hbf €85 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 3133 · IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 1459:14 AM 5h00 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 5 transfers
IC 3133 · ICD 1833 · ICE 145 · ICE 2029:14 AM 5h00 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 4 transfers
IC 2120 · ICE 145 · ICE 202+
957819:03 AM 5h11 Leiden Centraal 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 3 transfers
IC 2120 · ICE 145+
752619:03 AM 6h35 Leiden Centraal 3:38 PM Bremen Hbf €72 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 6128:30 AM 6h44 Leiden Centraal 3:14 PM Bremen Hbf €85 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Bremen
Trains from Leiden to Bremen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Leiden to Bremen train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Bremen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 612 | On time 8:30 AM Leiden Centraal | 6h44 | 3:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2120 · ICE 145 · ICE 202+ 95781 | 9:03 AM Leiden Centraal | 5h11 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2120 · ICE 145+ 75261 | 9:03 AM Leiden Centraal | 6h35 | 3:38 PM Bremen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3133 · IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 | 9:14 AM Leiden Centraal | 5h00 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 3133 · ICD 1833 · ICE 145 · ICE 202 | 9:14 AM Leiden Centraal | 5h00 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 4 transfers |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leiden and Bremen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Bremen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Bremen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bremen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden to Bremen
Most Leiden to Bremen trains use the Leiden Centraal to Bremen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Bremen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leiden station do trains to Bremen leave from?
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services
Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Which Bremen station do trains from Leiden arrive at?
Getting to Bremen Hbf from Bremen city centre
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Hbf train station facilities and services
Bremen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
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