Search Flights from Borkum to Mannheim

The closest airport people use to travel from Borkum, a city in Northern Germany, to other parts of the country or the rest of the world is in Bremen. Bremen Airport is the closest international airport that serves the city of Borkum. There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get from Borkum to Bremen Airport, including train, bus, and car.

Transportation to Bremen Airport from Borkum

To get to Bremen Airport from Borkum city center you have to first get off the island. You have to take the ferry from Borkum to Emden. From Emden you can transfer to a train to the airport, which takes about 4 hours. You can also rent a car or take the bus from Emden to Bremen Airport. However, trains are a much more economical and quick transportation alternative.

Train

To take the train to Bremen Airport from Borkum you have to first get to Emden by ferry. You can get on a train to the airport in Emden. The train ride takes about 4 hours to get to Bremen. Once you get to Bremen city center you can get to the airport terminal by metro or bus from the station. The fare for the train from Emden to Bremen is reasonably priced.

Bus

Once you get to Emden by ferry from Borkum you can transfer to a bus. However, the bus is a slower and more expensive transportation alternative when compared to the train. But buses are a more affordable option when compared to taking a taxi or renting a car.

Rental Car

There aren’t a lot of rental car options in Borkum and the surrounding areas. There are more rental car options in Bremen. Renting a car in Bremen is a convenient way to get around during your trip. This way you can easily drop your rental vehicle off in the city before your departure. Once you have rented a car head south to get to Bremen and the airport. Follow the signposts to the airport. Bremen Airport, one of Germany’s busiest airports, also has a large number of car rental offices.

Transfer Vehicles

Transfer vehicles are generally used in big cities and the surrounding areas. However, there are transfer vehicle services available as a transportation alternative to get to Bremen Airport from Borkum. One of the biggest advantages transfer vehicles have over other methods of transportation is that they have large passenger capacities and can to accommodate big groups. You have to make a reservation in advance for a transfer service. Your vehicle will be waiting for you from the ferry arrival location, in Emden. From there simply enjoy a convenient ride to Bremen Airport.

Taxi

A taxi from Borkum to Bremen Airport takes about 5 hours so it is one of the most expensive transportation alternatives you can use. If you still want to take a taxi to the airport then you can find a taxi near the pier in Emden. If you get the chance, try to negotiate with the taxi driver for a lower fare to the airport.

Limousine Rental

While limousine rentals are common in big cities like Bremen, it is not a preferred method of transportation in Borkum or Emden. If you want to get to the airport by limousine you can make a reservation online with a limousine rental service provider. Getting to the airport by limousine is a very convenient transportation alternative. Limousine rental services are equipped with a chauffer so you can sit back and enjoy the ride.

Airport Information

Bremen Airport is located in Bremen, Germany. It is one of the biggest airports in the country and in Europe. Bremen Airport not only serves the city of Bremen but also smaller cities in the area such as Borkum. Bremen Airport welcomes many passengers every year and operates international and domestic air travel out of one main terminal building. The airport features a variety of restaurants that serve fast food and examples of world cuisine, such as German, Italian, Chinese, and French cuisines. Bremen Airport also contains shopping and recreation areas for passengers to enjoy.

The duty free shops and kiosks at the airport feature a selection of souvenirs and delicious German chocolates. The airport also offers passengers free internet access, tasty sandwiches and beverages, TV units, and passenger lounges that welcome visitors with comfortable seating. Dining options at the airport include Mc Donald’s, Kamps Bakery, Cafe Jacobs, Asien Bankett, İstanbul Foods & Drinks and Punto Pasta. The airport also has its own visitor’s terrace.

Whichever transportation alternative you use to get to the city center from Mannheim Airport, it will take no longer than 10 minutes. There are a variety of ways to get to the city center from the airport including trains, which are very reasonably priced, buses, trams, taxis, and rental cars.

Train

There are regional suburban trains that provide direct transportation from Mannheim Airport to the city center. These trains leave the airport every 20 minutes and go directly to the main train station, which is located in an area very close to the city center. These regional trains are undoubtedly the fastest transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport.

Bus

Once you exit Mannheim Airport there are several bus stops that are easily accessible. Almost all of the city buses that depart from these stops at the airport pass through the city center since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center. Taking the bus is a much more economical alternative compared to other methods of public transportation.

Tram

There are also tram stops located near the bus stops at the exit of the Mannheim Airport terminal building. Tram lines 5 and 6 provide direct transportation from the airport to the city center. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city center from Mannheim Airport by tram.

Taxi

Taxis are a reasonable transportation alternative since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center. Under normal traffic conditions you can get to the city center by taxi within 5 minutes. If you come across a taxi driver who doesn’t want to use the taximeter we would recommend trying to bargain for a more affordable fare.

Rental Car

Since Mannheim Airport is a regional airport, 80% of the rental car companies at the airport are local companies. Rental car rates at local companies are more affordable than the rates at well-known international rental car companies.

The fastest way to get to the city from the airport by car is to take one of the motorways (B38a, B37, A656), which will vary according to your destination in the city.