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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a flight costs an average of £314.
Distance: 484 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£105 Average Price | £314 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Munich to Bielefeld, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bielefeld:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bielefeld costing on average £105.
A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bielefeld costing on average £314.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Coach takes on average 12h 6m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (5h 48m by train vs 6h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £105 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Bielefeld from Munich by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Munich to Bielefeld is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bielefeld are Hanover, Münster, Paderborn, Osnabrück and Dortmund. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bielefeld on Omio.
Hanover is known for major trade fairs, elegant gardens and a relaxed, green cityscape. The Herrenhausen Gardens, Maschsee and a polished centre give it a calm character with culture close at hand.
Münster is a historic university city known for its cycling culture, rebuilt old town and links to the Peace of Westphalia. Gothic churches, Prinzipalmarkt and a strong student presence give it a lively but relaxed feel.
Paderborn is known for the springs of the River Pader, its cathedral and its strong university presence. Historic streets and churches give it a traditional feel, while modern technology and student life keep the city lively.
Osnabrück is best known as one of the cities where the Peace of Westphalia was negotiated, shaping its identity as a city of peace. Its compact old town, green setting and student life give it a calm yet contemporary feel.
Dortmund is a Ruhr city known for football, brewing heritage and its industrial roots. Former worksites, parks and modern cultural venues give it a practical, lively character.
Travel to Bielefeld easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Bielefeld.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bielefeld:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bielefeld costing on average £105.
A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bielefeld costing on average £314.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Coach takes on average 12h 6m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Bielefeld as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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