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Bundeskunsthalle
Large exhibition hall hosting major international art, cultural, and science shows. One of Bonn's best-known museum venues with changing exhibitions.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $347.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$50 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $676 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Bonn:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Bonn costing on average $50 (€41).
A bus is $645 (€531) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bielefeld to Bonn costing on average $676 (€556).
Other travel options to Bonn take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 44m.
Flight takes on average 3h 43m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.05 (€-9.09). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 38m 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 Bielefeld to Bonn trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 6:22 AM Bielefeld | 2h41 | 9:03 AM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bielefeld to Bonn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Bonn-Beuel Station, Bonn -> Bonn Hauptbahnhof, Bonn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bielefeld to Bonn trains use the Bielefeld Hbf to Bonn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bonn-Beuel. Use this guide to compare Bielefeld and Bonn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Bonn 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: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel 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: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Bonn-Bad Godesberg is 7 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Bad Godesberg 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: House of Steaks, Fair Cafe, Maternus, Mykonos
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. ATMs are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Information desks are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Nearby hotels include Kaiserhof, Hotel zum Adler, Insel Hotel, Hotel Eden.
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