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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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bruges to Bielefeld
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£90
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£102
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 21 m
Trains on 17 Sept
8
Distance
378 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Bielefeld will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Fast trains
To travel from Bruges to Bielefeld you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:115h21Bruges10:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes- 7:115h21Bruges12:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 9:115h21Bruges14:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 11:115h21Bruges16:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 13:115h21Bruges18:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 5:115h21Bruges10:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 7:115h21Bruges12:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 9:115h21Bruges14:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 11:115h21Bruges16:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
- 13:115h21Bruges18:32Bielefeld£901One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bruges to Bielefeld
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £382.
Distance: 378 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£129 Average Price | £382 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Bielefeld is a coach with an average price of £51.
This is compared to other travel options from Bruges to Bielefeld:
A coach is £78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Bielefeld costing on average £129.
A coach is £331 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Bielefeld costing on average £382.
The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Bielefeld is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 39m.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Coach takes on average 9h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bruges and Bielefeld including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (5h 18m by train vs 5h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £129 compared to roughly £62 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
Bruges to Bielefeld train times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Bielefeld 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 10:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 7:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 12:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 9:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 14:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 10:11 Bruges | 5h52 | 16:03 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 11:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 16:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 13:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 18:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 15:11 Bruges | 5h21 | 20:32 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
| 19:11 Bruges | 6h22 | 1:33 Bielefeld | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bruges to Bielefeld
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Bruges to Bielefeld run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £123 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 4h 56m.
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 £31
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £123 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 20:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £31
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bruges to Bielefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bruges and Bielefeld from £31. 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
4h 56m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£123
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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
Complete guide to Bielefeld
Things to do in Bielefeld
Discover the best of Bielefeld — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bielefeld trip today.
- Recommended
Historisches Museum Bielefeld
Regional history museum in a former spinning mill, covering city life, industry and daily culture in an atmospheric industrial space.
- Recommended
Museum Wäschefabrik
Museum and educational site in a former factory, showing Bielefeld’s linen industry and working life in the Ravensberger Park area.
- Recommended
Ravensberger Park
Former industrial quarter turned cultural park with historic brick architecture, museums, event spaces and pleasant open walking areas.
- Recommended
Alter Markt
Historic market square at the heart of the old town, lined with gabled buildings and often used for events and seasonal markets.
- Recommended
Johannisberg
Popular ridge-top walking area in the Teutoburg Forest with woodland paths, viewpoints and direct access towards Sparrenburg.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pumpernickel
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.
- Gluten-free
Westfälischer Schinken
Hearty Westphalian ham, usually dry-cured and lightly smoked. It is a classic local speciality often paired with pumpernickel in the region.
- Gluten-free
Westfälische Hochzeitssuppe
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.
Restaurant Nichtschwimmer
Well-known restaurant with Mediterranean and German influences, valued for reliable cooking and a smart yet relaxed ambience.
GlückundSeligkeit
Elegant fine-dining restaurant known for seasonal modern cuisine and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Kohlenkeller
Popular casual spot for solid regional fare and schnitzel-style dishes in an unfussy, welcoming setting.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.80-4.20 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.10
- Day pass
- €8.10
To the city centre
Bielefeld Hbf -> Jahnplatz, Bielefeld
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in the moBiel YOU app or at ticket machines before boarding; bus on-board fares can include a service surcharge.
- Jahnplatz is the central interchange in the city centre. The moBiel YOU app supports cashless ticket purchase and route planning.
FAQs: Bruges to Bielefeld train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bruges to Bielefeld can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £123, while the average price tends to be around £129.
The train journey from Bruges to Bielefeld covers a distance of 378 km and takes approximately 4h 56m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bruges to Bielefeld is 378 km.
The first train from Bruges to Bielefeld leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Bruges to Bielefeld departs at 20:58.
Trains from Bruges to Bielefeld run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bruges to Bielefeld.
To get from Bruges to Bielefeld, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bruges to Bielefeld.
The train station in Bruges that goes to Bielefeld is Bruges station, and it arrives at Bielefeld Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Bielefeld is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Bruges to Bielefeld in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bruges to Bielefeld offers a mix of scenic views, particularly through the Belgian and Dutch countryside, with charming villages and lush landscapes. However, some parts of the trip include more industrial and urban areas, especially near major cities.
A day trip from Bruges to Bielefeld is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 56m. Additionally, there are only 3 train trips available per day over a distance of 378 km.
In Bielefeld, visitors can enjoy hiking and nature trails in the scenic Teutoburg Forest, visit Tierpark Olderdissen to see native animals, and experience performances at the historic Bielefeld City Theatre. The Japanese Garden offers relaxation with its traditional design, while Heimat-Tierpark Olderdissen provides a family-friendly zoo experience. Key sights include Sparrenburg Castle for panoramic views, the historic Old Market Square, Kunsthalle Bielefeld for modern art, the serene Botanischer Garten Bielefeld, and Dr. Oetker Welt, an interactive museum about the famous food company.
To explore Bielefeld's main attractions such as Sparrenburg Castle, the Old Market Square, and the Botanical Garden, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Bruges to Bielefeld.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bruges and Bielefeld
Most Bruges to Bielefeld trains use the Brugge to Bielefeld Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bruges and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bruges
Arrival train stations in Bielefeld
Which Bruges station do trains to Bielefeld leave from?
Trains from Bruges to Bielefeld leave from Brugge. The station is 1 km from Bruges city centre at Stationsplein 5, 8000 Bruges, Belgium.
BruggeStationsplein 5, 8000 Bruges, Belgium+32 25282828
City-centre transport
Getting to Brugge from Bruges city centre
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1, 2 · 4m · £3 · every ~16 min
1, 2 · 7m · £3 · every ~20 min
Brugge train station facilities and services
Brugge has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30, Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30. Information desks are located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge: Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Which Bielefeld station do trains from Bruges arrive at?
Trains from Bruges to Bielefeld arrive at Bielefeld Hbf. Bielefeld Hbf is from Bielefeld city centre.
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.
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