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Kunsthalle Bielefeld
Major art museum focused on 20th- and 21st-century works, set in a notable red-brick building near the old town.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£66
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 57 m
Trains on 17 Sept
48
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Bielefeld will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Amsterdam to Bielefeld you need to make at least one change.
IC 3227 · 26815 · IC 2049+
20017
IC 3235 · 26819 · IC 2047+
20021
ICE 225 · ICE 547
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 849
IC 3227 · ICE 849+
20017
ICE 127 · ICE 643
ICE 121 · ICE 545
ICE 125 · ICE 641
ICE 129 · ICE 645
ICE 225 · ICE 547Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £237.
Distance: 251 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £237 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Bielefeld:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Bielefeld costing on average £50.
A coach is £212 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Bielefeld costing on average £237.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
Coach takes on average 5h 37m.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.13. The journey takes 3h 56m versus 3h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Bielefeld trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3091+ 20009+ 89709 | 0:23 Amsterdam Centraal | 8h34 | 8:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 5891 · RE 5613 · IC 17915 · 20359 | 0:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 9h06 | 9:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 11414 · IC 3015+ 20011+ 89711 | 4:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 5h37 | 9:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 141 · 89641 | 6:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 10:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 121 · ICE 545 | On time 6:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h54 | 10:32 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 847 | On time 6:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 11:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2723 · IC 1723 · 20363 | 7:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h43 | 11:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 721 · IC 17923 · 20363 | 7:11 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h36 | 11:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICD 1823 · IC 1723 · 20363 | 7:16 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h31 | 11:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 143 · 89645 | 8:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 12:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225 · ICE 547 | On time 8:31 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h03 | 12:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3227+ 20017+ 26815 · IC 2049 | On time 8:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 13:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3227+ 20017+ ICE 849 | On time 8:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h00 | 13:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 849 | On time 8:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 13:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2731 · IC 1731 · 20367 | 9:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h43 | 13:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 729 · IC 17931 · 20367 | 9:11 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h36 | 13:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICD 1831 · IC 1731 · 20367 | 9:16 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h31 | 13:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3031+ 20019+ 89719 | 9:24 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h33 | 13:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3231+ 20019+ 89719 | 9:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h21 | 13:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 145 · 89649 | 10:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 14:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 123 · ICE 549 | On time 10:31 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h03 | 14:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3235+ 20021+ 26819 · IC 2047 | On time 10:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 15:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3235+ 20021+ ICE 941 | 10:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h00 | 15:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3235+ 20021+ 89721 | 10:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h21 | 14:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · ICE 941 | 10:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 15:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2739 · IC 1739 · 20371 | 11:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h43 | 15:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 737 · IC 17939 · 20371 | 11:11 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h36 | 15:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICD 1839 · IC 1739 · 20371 | 11:16 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h31 | 15:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3039+ 20023+ 89723 | 11:24 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h34 | 15:58 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3239+ 20023+ 89723 | 11:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h22 | 15:58 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 147 · 89653 | 12:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 16:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 125 · ICE 641 | On time 12:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 16:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 · ICE 943 | 12:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 17:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2747 · IC 1747 · 20375 | 13:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h43 | 17:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 745 · IC 17947 · 20375 | 13:11 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h36 | 17:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICD 1847 · IC 1747 · 20375 | 13:16 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h31 | 17:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3047+ 20027+ 89727 | 13:24 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h33 | 17:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3247+ 20027+ 89727 | 13:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h21 | 17:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 149 · 89657 | 14:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 18:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 127 · ICE 643 | 14:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h54 | 18:32 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 945 | 14:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 19:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 2755 · IC 1755 · 20379 | 15:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h43 | 19:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 753 · IC 17955 · 20379 | 15:11 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h36 | 19:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICD 1855 · IC 1755 · 20379 | 15:16 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h31 | 19:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3055+ 20031+ 89731 | 15:24 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h33 | 19:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3255+ 20031+ 89731 | 15:36 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h21 | 19:57 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 241 · 89661 | On time 16:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h13 | 20:13 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 129 · ICE 645 | 16:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 20:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Bielefeld run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bielefeld — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bielefeld trip today.
Major art museum focused on 20th- and 21st-century works, set in a notable red-brick building near the old town.
Regional history museum in a former spinning mill, covering city life, industry and daily culture in an atmospheric industrial space.
Museum and educational site in a former factory, showing Bielefeld’s linen industry and working life in the Ravensberger Park area.
Former industrial quarter turned cultural park with historic brick architecture, museums, event spaces and pleasant open walking areas.
Historic market square at the heart of the old town, lined with gabled buildings and often used for events and seasonal markets.
Popular ridge-top walking area in the Teutoburg Forest with woodland paths, viewpoints and direct access towards Sparrenburg.
Westphalian rye bread baked very slowly until dark and dense. It is a regional staple in Ostwestfalen and traditionally served with ham, cheese or butter.
Hearty Westphalian ham, usually dry-cured and lightly smoked. It is a classic local speciality often paired with pumpernickel in the region.
A robust broth with beef, vegetables and marrow bones, traditionally finished with egg custard or marrow. It is a well-known Sunday and festive soup in Westphalia.
Well-known restaurant with Mediterranean and German influences, valued for reliable cooking and a smart yet relaxed ambience.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant known for seasonal modern cuisine and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Popular casual spot for solid regional fare and schnitzel-style dishes in an unfussy, welcoming setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining and local transport are usually a little cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Bielefeld fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is not usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Bielefeld Hbf -> Jahnplatz, Bielefeld
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Bielefeld 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 Bielefeld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Bielefeld trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bielefeld-Senne. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid 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 options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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 options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
Bielefeld 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 options include: McDonald's, Mexims, Entrada, Lokma
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld Hbf. ATMs are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Information desks are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Wali, Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld, Hotel Stadt Bremen, Bielefelder Hof.
Bielefeld-Senne is 7 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Bielefeld-Senne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wölke, Tebie Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld-Senne. ATMs are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld-Senne. Information desks are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld-Senne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bielefeld-Senne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bielefeld-Senne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Brackwede is 4 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Brackwede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Brackwede.
Ticket office support is available at Brackwede. Information desks are available at Brackwede.
Luggage storage is available at Brackwede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brackwede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brackwede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brackwede.
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