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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bielefeld will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 22 trains from Düsseldorf to Bielefeld, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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 Düsseldorf to Bielefeld run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Bielefeld.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Bielefeld trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 541 | On time 4:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h56 | 6:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S6 · 22023 · IC 2445 | On time 4:50 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h28 | 7:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 843 | On time 5:37 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h59 | 7:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26403 · ICE 853 | On time 5:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 7:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 543 | On time 6:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h56 | 8:34 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26405 · ICE 553 | On time 6:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 8:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
20067 · IC 2443 | On time 7:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 9:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 845 | On time 7:34 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h02 | 9:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26407 · ICE 855 | On time 7:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 9:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
26409 · ICE 555 | On time 8:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 10:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 8:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h57 | 10:38 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
20071 · IC 2441 | On time 9:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 11:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 857 | On time 9:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 11:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26413 · ICE 557 | On time 10:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 12:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
20075 · IC 2049 | On time 11:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 13:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 859 | On time 11:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 13:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:39 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 14:40 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26417 · ICE 559 | On time 12:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 14:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
20079 · IC 2047 | On time 13:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 15:18 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 951 | On time 13:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h43 | 15:36 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26421 · ICE 651 | On time 14:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 16:25 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 16:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h00 | 18:38 Bielefeld Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Bielefeld trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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.
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