- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$267
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bielefeld to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bielefeld to Paris will cost around $267 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
Of the 9 trains that leave Bielefeld for Paris on Fri, Jun 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 563 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 14 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$220 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $263 Average price | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg 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 Paris:
A bus is $143 (€117) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Paris costing on average $220 (€180).
A bus is $186 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bielefeld to Paris costing on average $263 (€215).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Bus takes on average 8h 46m.
You'll arrive about 1h 40m sooner (6h 18m by train vs 7h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $220 (€180) compared to roughly $151 (€123) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bielefeld to Paris trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 541 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:36 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h31 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
IC 2040 · ICE 915 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:42 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h25 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bielefeld to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
A Former railway station turned museum, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection including Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, famous for its inside-out architecture and strong international collection. A top choice for modern art fans.
A Hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, staircases, and cinematic city views. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
A Historic neighborhood mixing elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets. Popular with both locals and visitors for wandering.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for grand urban scenery and flagship stores.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a neighborhood boulangerie.
The iconic Paris loaf with a crisp crust and chewy crumb, central to daily meals and protected by French baking tradition.
Classic onion soup enriched with stock and topped with bread and melted cheese, a long-standing Paris bistro favorite.
Luxury fine-dining restaurant at Le Bristol Paris, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional service, and elegant surroundings.
Well-known Saint-Germain bistro celebrated for polished classic French cooking in an intimate, bustling setting.
Established Paris bistro famous for steak frites and traditional seasonal dishes with a warm neighborhood feel.
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining. Bakeries, markets, and lunch menus help keep daily costs lower.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Paris Gare du Nord, Paris -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bielefeld to Paris trains use the Bielefeld Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Bielefeld and Paris 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.
Oldentrup is 4 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldentrup 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: Phu Gia, Ariston, Dionysos, Thang Long Asia Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Oldentrup. ATMs are available at Oldentrup.
Ticket office support is available at Oldentrup. Information desks are available at Oldentrup.
Luggage storage is available at Oldentrup. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldentrup: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oldentrup: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldentrup.
Bielefeld Ost is 2 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Bielefeld Ost 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: Almani, Christos, Ravensberger Grillimbiss, Lana Thai
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld Ost. ATMs are available at Bielefeld Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld Ost. Information desks are available at Bielefeld Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bielefeld Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bielefeld Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld Ost.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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