- Must visit
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
£18
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Bielefeld will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Bremen to Bielefeld you need to make at least one change.
4445 · ICE 1540
ICE 103 · 20355
IC 2033 · ICE 946
14051 · 20353
4405 · 52276
ICE 103 · 20355
IC 2033 · ICE 946
4405 · 52276
14051 · 20353
4445 · ICE 1540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 117 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Bielefeld trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:44 Bremen | 2h03 | 8:47 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:44 Bremen | 2h03 | 9:47 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
4445 · ICE 1540 | 0:13 Bremen Hbf | 3h47 | 4:00 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
14051 · 20353 | 4:14 Bremen Hbf | 2h33 | 6:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · 20355 | On time 5:40 Bremen Hbf | 2h07 | 7:47 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2033 · ICE 946 | On time 6:09 Bremen Hbf | 2h11 | 8:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
4405 · 52276 | 6:17 Bremen Hbf | 2h20 | 8:37 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bremen to Bielefeld run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:42 |
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Best time to book 3 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 Bremen 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 Bremen to Bielefeld trains use the Bremen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen 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: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt 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: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
Bremen-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle 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: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
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.
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.
Brake(b Bielefeld) is 6 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Brake(b Bielefeld) 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: Braker Grill, Holzweiler's Schnellimbiss, Da Carmela, La Perla
Wi-Fi is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). ATMs are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
Ticket office support is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). Information desks are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
Luggage storage is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brake(b Bielefeld): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brake(b Bielefeld): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
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