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Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bielefeld to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bielefeld to Dortmund will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 10 Nov, we found 4 trains from Bielefeld to Dortmund, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Bielefeld to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 42m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:24 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bielefeld to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Bielefeld to Dortmund trains for today, Monday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 946 | Delayed 7:25 8:22Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 8:12 8:12Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2042 | On time 8:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 9:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 644 | On time 9:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 10:12 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 944 | On time 10:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 11:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2044 | On time 10:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 11:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:23 Bielefeld Hbf | 1h01 | 12:24 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 642 | On time 11:26 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 12:13 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 942 | On time 12:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 13:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2046 | On time 12:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 13:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 640 | On time 13:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 14:12 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 940 | On time 14:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 15:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2048 | On time 14:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 15:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 15:23 Bielefeld Hbf | 1h02 | 16:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 548 | On time 15:26 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 16:13 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 848 | On time 16:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 17:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2440 | On time 16:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 17:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 546 | On time 17:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 18:12 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 846 | On time 18:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 19:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2442 | On time 18:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 19:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 19:23 Bielefeld Hbf | 1h01 | 20:24 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 544 | On time 19:26 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 20:13 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 844 | On time 20:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h48 | 21:10 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2444 | On time 20:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 21:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 542 | On time 21:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h47 | 22:12 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 842 | On time 22:22 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h49 | 23:11 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2446 | On time 22:42 Bielefeld Hbf | 0h50 | 23:32 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bielefeld to Dortmund trains use the Bielefeld Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Kirchderne. Use this guide to compare Bielefeld and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Kirchderne is 4 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Kirchderne 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: Pizzeria Florio
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Kirchderne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Kirchderne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Dortmund-Mengede is 8 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Mengede 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: The Greek, Peking Garden, Piccola Enzo, Restaurant Symbol
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Mengede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
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