- 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
£55
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Bielefeld will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 4 trains that leave Brussels for Bielefeld every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 318 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£77 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £215 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Brussels 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 |
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![]() | 7:25 Brussels | 4h07 | 11:32 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:25 Brussels | 4h09 | 12:34 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Brussels | 4h53 | 14:18 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
![]() | 6:25 Brussels | 4h09 | 10:34 Bielefeld | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Bielefeld run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 22:22 |
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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 Brussels 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 Brussels to Bielefeld trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bielefeld-Senne. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central 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: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord 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: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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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