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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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Overview: Train from Schwerin to Bielefeld
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Trains from Schwerin to Bielefeld run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:36, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 3h 4m.
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
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 1:36 |
Last train 20:11 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Schwerin to Bielefeld trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Schwerin to Bielefeld.
The cost of a train ticket from Schwerin to Bielefeld can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The train journey from Schwerin to Bielefeld covers a distance of 262 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Schwerin to Bielefeld is 262 km.
The first train from Schwerin to Bielefeld leaves at 1:36.
The last train from Schwerin to Bielefeld departs at 20:11.
Trains from Schwerin to Bielefeld run approximately 14 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Schwerin to Bielefeld.
Why should you book Schwerin to Bielefeld trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Schwerin to Bielefeld.
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Schwerin to Bielefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Schwerin and Bielefeld from £62. 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
3h 4m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£62
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Schwerin and Bielefeld
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
There is no night train service from Schwerin to Bielefeld.
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.
Plan your visit to Bielefeld
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bielefeld.
The train journey from Schwerin to Bielefeld offers picturesque views, particularly as it passes through the lush landscapes and charming towns of northern Germany, providing a pleasant and scenic travel experience.
FAQs: Schwerin to Bielefeld train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schwerin 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.
Booking trains from Schwerin to Bielefeld in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Schwerin to Bielefeld.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Schwerin and Bielefeld
Most Schwerin to Bielefeld trains use the Schwerin Mitte to Bielefeld Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Schwerin and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Schwerin
Arrival train stations in Bielefeld
Which Schwerin station do trains to Bielefeld leave from?
Trains from Schwerin to Bielefeld leave from Schwerin Hbf. The station is 1 km from Schwerin city centre at Schwerin Hbf, Grunthalplatz 4, 19053 Schwerin.
Schwerin HbfSchwerin Hbf, Grunthalplatz 4, 19053 Schwerin
City-centre transport
Getting to Schwerin Hbf from Schwerin city centre
Bus1, 19, 14, 12, 10, 8, 7, 5 · 2m · every ~19 min
100 · 1h 0m
Tram4, 1 · 2m · £2 · every ~10 min
Schwerin Hbf train station facilities and services
Schwerin 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, By Ali, Arsenalterrasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Hbf. ATMs are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Hbf. Information desks are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Avalon Hotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich.
Schwerin MitteSchwerin Mitte, v.-Thünen-Str. 2, 19053 Schwerin
City-centre transport
Getting to Schwerin Mitte from Schwerin city centre
Bus11 · 23m · every ~3 min
Schwerin Mitte train station facilities and services
Schwerin Mitte 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, Arsenalterrasse, Restaurant & Café Ulrike
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Mitte. ATMs are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Mitte. Information desks are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich, Hotel am Hauptbahnhof.
Schwerin-GörriesSchwerin Görries, Schulzenweg 3, 19061 Schwerin
City-centre transport
Getting to Schwerin-Görries from Schwerin city centre
Schwerin-Görries is 2 km from Schwerin city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe, Rb · 2m · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus5 · 9m · every ~3 min
Schwerin-Görries train station facilities and services
Schwerin-Görries 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: See-Idyll, Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder, Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH, Thüringer Bratwürste
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin-Görries. ATMs are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin-Görries. Information desks are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin-Görries. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sport-&Bikerhotel.
Which Bielefeld station do trains from Schwerin arrive at?
Trains from Schwerin 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.
Train stations for Schwerin to Bielefeld
Check train stations information for Schwerin and Bielefeld, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Schwerin that goes to Bielefeld is Schwerin Hbf, and it arrives at Bielefeld Hbf.
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