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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Showing times and prices for Feb 05
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
276 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf without transferring at least once.
05:38PM4h03
Bielefeld Hbf09:41PMKiel Hbf
$941One-way
1 transfer
11:18PM10h51
Bielefeld Hbf10:09AMKiel Hbf
$941One-way
1 transfer
05:38PM4h03
Bielefeld Hbf09:41PMKiel Hbf
$941One-way
1 transfer
11:18PM10h51
Bielefeld Hbf10:09AMKiel Hbf
$941One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn as well as Eurobahn or erixx offer trains services from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurobahn or erixx to find the best option for your trip from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf
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Trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:20, the last at 10:19. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 3h 47m.
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 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 08:20 |
Last train 10:19 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, erixx, Eurobahn from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, erixx, Eurobahn trains will get you between Bielefeld Hbf and Kiel Hbf from $21 (€16). 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
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
$50 (€40)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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
erixx
About
erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.
Luggage & cancellation policy
erixx frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not possible on regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Eurobahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$81 (€64)
Eurobahn frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf 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 Kiel Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€16), while the average price is around $44 (€35).
The train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf takes 3h 47m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf is 171 miles (276 km).
The first train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf leaves at 8:20 AM.
The last train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf leaves at 10:19 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf is by train, with a cost of around $21 (€16).
The train journey from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf offers scenic views particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush green countryside.
A day trip from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 47m. However, trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bielefeld Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Bielefeld
Kiel
The major train station for departures in Bielefeld is Bielefeld Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bielefeld Hbf for your trip from Bielefeld to Kiel.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Dining
- McDonald's
- Mexims
- Entrada
- Lokma
Hotel
- Wali
- Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld
- Hotel Stadt Bremen
- Bielefelder Hof
The major train station for arrivals in Kiel is Kiel Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kiel Hbf for your journey to Kiel from Bielefeld.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Saturday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Sunday: 06:45 - 20:00
Dining
- MUM&DAD
- Lunatique
- McDonald's
- Campus Suite
Hotel
- Hotel Wiking
- Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel
- Astor
- InterCityHotel Kiel
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