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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 Oct 21
$48
Average ticket price on Oct 21
$94
Fastest journey on Oct 21
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
3 h 3 m
Trains on Oct 21
51
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 920 · 89963
S9 · S6 · ICE 790 · 26738
ICE 790 · 26738+
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ICE 992 · 26718 · 79355
S9 · S6 · ICE 798 · 26722
ICE 820 · 28511 · ICE 557
ICE 726 · 10914 · ICE 559
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 651
ICE 628 · 10922 · ICE 653
ICE 624 · 28527 · ICE 655Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 07:22. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 7:22 AM |
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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4295 · ICE 774 · ICE 942 | 8:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h58 | 12:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 822 · ICE 857 | 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 11:36 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · ICE 557 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h15 | 12:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 820 · 28511 · ICE 557 | 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h03 | 12:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1513 · ICE 1074 · ICE 640 | On time 9:35 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h48 | 1:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1012 · IC 2049 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h37 | 1:18 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529 · ICE 1074 · ICE 640 | On time 9:44 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h39 | 1:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 1670 · ICE 682 · IC 2048 | On time 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h40 | 2:40 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 992 · 26718 · 79355 | On time 10:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 2:11 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 772 · ICE 940 | 10:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h05 | 2:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 728 · ICE 859 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 1:36 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 · ICE 559 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h15 | 2:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 74 · ICE 548 | 11:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h09 | 3:24 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 726 · 10914 · ICE 559 | On time 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h03 | 2:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · IC 2047 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h37 | 3:18 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · S6 · ICE 798 · 26722 | 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h26 | 4:11 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 798 · 26722 · 79359+ 24327 | 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h25 | 4:11 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 770 · ICE 848 | On time 12:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 4:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 770 · ICE 848 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h05 | 4:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 724 · ICE 951 | On time 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 3:36 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · IC 1645 · ICE 108 · IC 2045 | On time 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h48 | 5:18 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 651 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h15 | 4:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 · 28519 · ICE 651 | On time 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h03 | 4:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1517 · ICE 1072 · ICE 546 | 1:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h48 | 5:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29515 · ICE 1072 · ICE 546 | 1:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h47 | 5:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 796 · 26726 · 79363 | 2:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 6:11 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · IC 2045 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h07 | 5:18 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 578 · ICE 856 | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h05 | 6:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 720 · ICE 953 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 5:36 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1716 · ICE 653 | On time 3:16 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 6:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 628 · 10922 · ICE 653 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h03 | 6:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · IC 2043 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h37 | 7:18 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 229 · ICE 576 · ICE 844 | On time 4:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 8:20 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 626 · ICE 955 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 7:36 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1714 · ICE 655 | On time 5:17 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h08 | 8:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 624 · 28527 · ICE 655 | On time 5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h03 | 8:25 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1611 · ICE 1070 · ICE 542 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h48 | 9:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1070 · ICE 542 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h45 | 9:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bielefeld trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brackwede. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bielefeld 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.
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.
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