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Kunsthalle Bielefeld
Bielefeld’s leading art museum, designed by Philip Johnson, presents major modern and contemporary works in a celebrated building.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 01
51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
1 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 01
7
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bielefeld will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 7 trains from Dortmund to Bielefeld, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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 train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Bielefeld:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Bielefeld costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
The journey is about 22m faster (57m by train vs 1h 19m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€9 vs €16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bielefeld trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:28 AM Dortmund | 0h50 | 8:18 AM Bielefeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Dortmund | 1h06 | 8:38 AM Bielefeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Dortmund | 1h06 | 9:38 AM Bielefeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Dortmund | 1h25 | 11:22 AM Bielefeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
![]() | 2:32 AM Dortmund | 2h01 | 4:33 AM Bielefeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Bielefeld run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Bielefeld — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bielefeld trip today.
Bielefeld’s leading art museum, designed by Philip Johnson, presents major modern and contemporary works in a celebrated building.
This museum explores local and regional history from medieval times to the modern city through objects, documents, and exhibitions.
Located at Sparrenburg, the museum explains the fortress’s military past and gives context to Bielefeld’s best-known landmark.
Bielefeld’s historic old town is ideal for walking, with restored facades, churches, shops, and easy access to major sights.
A large forested ridge south of the center, perfect for hiking, viewpoints, and combining nature with the Sparrenburg visit.
This broad pedestrian street is the city’s main shopping axis and a lively place to experience daily urban life.
Pickled herring fillets in a creamy sauce with apples, onions and gherkins. A classic Westphalian fish dish often served with potatoes.
Hearty Westphalian ham, traditionally cured and lightly smoked over beechwood. It is a regional staple prized for its deep savory flavor.
Coarse rye bread baked with whole grains. Dense, slightly sweet and long-lasting, it is one of Westphalia’s most iconic everyday foods.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for creative modern cuisine and polished service in a refined atmosphere.
Established restaurant with classic regional and German cooking, offering a cozy atmosphere suited to trying Westphalian specialties.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German dishes and beer in a lively, rustic setting popular with locals.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Bielefeld Hbf -> Jahnplatz, Bielefeld
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.

Most Dortmund to Bielefeld trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Brackel is 5 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Brackel 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: Gollans City Grill, China Imbis, Eiscafe Toscana, Palace India
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Brackel. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Brackel.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Brackel. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Brackel.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Brackel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Brackel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Brackel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Brackel.
Dortmund-Oespel is 6 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Oespel 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: Oespeler Deele da Gian, Olympia Grill, Casa del Gusto, Wiacker Gartencafé
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Oespel. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Oespel. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Oespel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Oespel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Oespel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Oespel.
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.
Brake(b Bielefeld) is 6 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Brake(b Bielefeld) 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: Braker Grill, Holzweiler's Schnellimbiss, Da Carmela, La Perla
Wi-Fi is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). ATMs are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
Ticket office support is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). Information desks are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
Luggage storage is available at Brake(b Bielefeld). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brake(b Bielefeld): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brake(b Bielefeld): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brake(b Bielefeld).
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