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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£75

Fastest journey

2 h 48 m

Average duration

2 h 59 m

Trains per day

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

Of the 24 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Bielefeld every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.

ICE 204 · IC 2441
8:113h07
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11:18Bielefeld Hbf
£361One-way
1 change
ICE 1022 · ICE 557
7:594h26
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
12:25Bielefeld Hbf
£451One-way
1 change
ICE 23 · 4506 · ICE 684 · IC 2046
8:024h38
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
12:40Bielefeld Hbf
£491One-way
3 changes
IC 2441
6:584h20
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11:18Bielefeld Hbf
£541One-way
0 changes
IC 2441
6:434h35
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11:18Bielefeld Hbf
£561One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £308.

Distance: 214 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£57 Average Price	£29 Average Price Cheapest	£471 Average Price
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 16m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 820 · ICE 547	Delayed 7:11 9:08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h26	12:34 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
4254 · ICE 1012 · 89717	9:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h48	12:57 Bielefeld Hbf	2 changes
ICE 820 · ICE 547	Delayed 7:24 9:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h12	12:34 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 128 · 26815 · 89979	On time 9:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h59	13:33 Bielefeld Hbf	2 changes
Wednesday 15 July
S8 · 4502 · ICE 696 · IC 2156	6:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5h07	11:07 Bielefeld Hbf	4 changes
IC 2441	On time 6:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h35	11:18 Bielefeld Hbf	0 changesdirect
IC 2441	On time 6:58 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h20	11:18 Bielefeld Hbf	0 changesdirect
4504 · ICE 886 · ICE 652+24605	7:07 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h24	11:31 Bielefeld Hbf	3 changes
29503 · ICE 76 · ICE 942	On time 7:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h58	12:20 Bielefeld Hbf	2 changes
ICE 316 · ICE 555	On time 7:22 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h03	10:25 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 220 · IC 2441	On time 7:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h44	11:18 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 316 · ICE 555	On time 7:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h50	10:25 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 1022 · ICE 557	On time 7:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h26	12:25 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 23 · 4506 · ICE 684 · IC 2046	On time 8:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h38	12:40 Bielefeld Hbf	3 changes
ICE 822 · ICE 847	On time 8:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h28	11:36 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 204 · IC 2441	On time 8:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h07	11:18 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
ICE 1612 · ICE 857	On time 8:26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h10	11:36 Bielefeld Hbf	1 change
29247 · ICE 376 · 26716 · 79353	8:50 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h21	13:11 Bielefeld Hbf	3 changes
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and more offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld.

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld

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Advantages

Very fast drive

Train arrived on time

With inboard service

Free internet connection

Disadvantages

Seats must be reserved

The train journey was very good, it was very fast and the train arrived on time. The service (food, entertainment) was also fabulous and the view during the journey was also very nice, despite the content, seats must be reserved for a fee, but overall the train journey is very pleasant and there is internet on the train. The review was written by my father, who owns this ticket.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 7m.

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 £13

Distance

214 km

Average train duration

3h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

£17

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 7m

First train

0:04

Last train

23:57

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £13

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld from £13. 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 Duration

3h 7m

Cheapest Price

£17

Deutsche Bahn frequency

19 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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Hessische Landesbahn

About

Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Hessische Landesbahn frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for an additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed

Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 29m

Cheapest Price

£78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

13 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 45m

Cheapest Price

£81

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency

3 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £57.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld covers a distance of 214 km and takes approximately 3h 7m. Trains run 19 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld is 214 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld leaves at 0:04.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld departs at 23:57.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld run approximately 19 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld.

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Bielefeld is Frankfurt Airport long-distance station, and it arrives at Bielefeld Hbf.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld is by coach, costing approximately £13.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of rolling countryside, small towns, and sections of the Rhine River, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.

A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 7m. The distance is 214 km, with a frequency of 18 trains per day.

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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld

Most Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Bielefeld

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Bielefeld leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld leave from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. The station is 11 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2

Trn · 12m · £3

S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · £5

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) 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.