Bremen to Bremerhaven by train
Bremerhaven lies 55 km (34 mi) north of Bremen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 25 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 67 km (42 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Bremen | Bremerhaven | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 546,501 | 118,610 |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Bremen-Sebaldsbrück, Lehesterdeich station, Bremen-Farge Ost station | Bremerhaven Hauptbahnhof, Bremerhaven-Wulsdorf station, Geestemünde station |
| Postal codes | 28195–28779 | 27568–27580 |
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Common questions
How far is Bremerhaven from Bremen?
55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, north of Bremen; by road roughly 67 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bremen to Bremerhaven by train?
About 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bremen and Bremerhaven?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.