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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£61
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 24 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
250 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Fast trains
To travel from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 2443 · ICE 886+
211169:203h32Bielefeld Hbf12:52Lübeck Hbf£611One-way2 changes- ICE 543 · ICE 686+211148:363h16Bielefeld Hbf11:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
- IC 2441 · ICE 882+2112011:203h32Bielefeld Hbf14:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
- ICE 547 · ICE 682+2112212:363h16Bielefeld Hbf15:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
- ICE 555 · ICE 684+2111810:273h25Bielefeld Hbf13:52Lübeck Hbf£751One-way2 changes
- ICE 543 · ICE 686+211148:363h16Bielefeld Hbf11:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
- ICE 547 · ICE 682+2112212:363h16Bielefeld Hbf15:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
- ICE 555 · ICE 684+2111810:273h25Bielefeld Hbf13:52Lübeck Hbf£751One-way2 changes
- IC 2443 · ICE 886+211169:203h32Bielefeld Hbf12:52Lübeck Hbf£611One-way2 changes
- IC 2441 · ICE 882+2112011:203h32Bielefeld Hbf14:52Lübeck Hbf£671One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 250 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is a coach with an average price of £20.
This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf costing on average £47.
The fastest way to travel from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.
Other travel options to Lübeck Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 30m.
Yes, you can take a train between Bielefeld Hbf and Lübeck Hbf.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (3h 24m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 543 · ICE 686+21114 | On time 8:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3h16 | 11:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2443 · ICE 886+21116 | On time 9:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 3h32 | 12:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 555 · ICE 684+21118 | On time 10:27 Bielefeld Hbf | 3h25 | 13:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2441 · ICE 882+21120 | On time 11:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 3h32 | 14:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 547 · ICE 682+21122 | On time 12:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 3h16 | 15:52 Lübeck Hbf | 2 changes |
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Why should you book Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf trains with Omio?
erixx as well as Deutsche Bahn or WestfalenBahn offer trains services from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
Omio is the only official third party seller for erixx tickets.
Why book with Omio vs erixx?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for erixx, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn or WestfalenBahn to find the best option for your trip from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
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Why book with Omio over Raileurope?
- Official reseller: erixx tickets can only be bought on Omio or erixx's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for erixx tickets. Raileurope do not sell erixx tickets as they are not official sellers.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 2h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 1:35 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Train companies: erixx, Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf trainserixx, Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn trains will get you between Bielefeld Hbf and Lübeck Hbf from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£39
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
erixx
About
erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average erixx Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest erixx Price
£39
erixx frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not possible on regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
WestfalenBahn
About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average WestfalenBahn Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest WestfalenBahn Price
£34
WestfalenBahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf 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 Lübeck Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf covers a distance of 250 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is 250 km.
The first train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf leaves at 1:35.
The last train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf departs at 23:34.
Trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
To travel from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Teutoburg Forest and charming North German countryside along the route.
A day trip from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 57m. Trains run 7 times per day. The distance is 250 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bielefeld Hbf and Lübeck Hbf
Most Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf trains use the Bielefeld Hbf to Lübeck Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bielefeld Hbf and Lübeck Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bielefeld
Arrival train stations in Lübeck
Bielefeld HbfBielefeld Hbf, Am Bahnhof 1b, 33602 Bielefeld
City-centre transport
Getting to Bielefeld Hbf from Bielefeld city centre
Bus351, 350 · 3m · every ~4 min
Tram4, 3, 2, 1 · 3m · £2 · every ~32 min
2, 1, 3, 4 · 4m · £2 · every ~21 min
Bielefeld Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Mexims, Entrada, Lokma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld Hbf. ATMs are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Information desks are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wali, Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld, Hotel Stadt Bremen, Bielefelder Hof.
Lübeck HbfLübeck Hbf, Am Bahnhof 6, 23558 Lübeck
City-centre transport
Getting to Lübeck Hbf from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus50, 34, 26, 40, 31, 30, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 21, 2, 16, 12, 11, 10, 1 · 5m · £2 · every ~77 min
Lübeck Hbf train station facilities and services
Lübeck 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: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Most popular train connections from Bielefeld Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Lübeck Hbf and Bielefeld Hbf
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