1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 15 Sept
9
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bielefeld will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Hamburg to Bielefeld you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1271 · ICE 646
ICE 585 · ICE 642
ICE 787 · ICE 942
ICE 785 · ICE 944
IC 2040+
82853 · 81647
ICE 787 · ICE 942
ICE 785 · ICE 944
ICE 783 · ICE 946
ICE 587 · ICE 640
ICE 583 · ICE 644Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £291.
Distance: 198 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £291 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Bielefeld:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bielefeld costing on average £35.
A coach is £278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bielefeld costing on average £291.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 10m.
Flight takes on average 4h 18m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.34. The journey takes 2h 57m versus 2h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bielefeld trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2040+ 81647 · 82853 | Delayed 3:39 0:33Hamburg Hbf | 6h07 | 6:40 Bielefeld Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1271 · ICE 646 | On time 4:27 Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 7:21 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581 · ICE 656 | On time 5:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:31 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 946 | On time 6:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h19 | 8:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 583 · ICE 644 | On time 7:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h22 | 9:23 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 785 · ICE 944 | On time 8:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h19 | 10:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 585 · ICE 642 | On time 9:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h23 | 11:24 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 787 · ICE 942 | On time 10:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h19 | 12:20 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 587 · ICE 640 | On time 11:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h22 | 13:23 Bielefeld Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Bielefeld run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Bielefeld trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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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