Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train

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Cheap train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

FlixTrain
09:48AM6h47
Gelsenkirchen
04:35PMBielefeld
$121One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:09PM1h48
Gelsenkirchen
08:57PMBielefeld
$261One-way
0 transfers

Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Deutsche Bahn07:09PM Gelsenkirchen1h48 08:57PM Bielefeld0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain09:48AM Gelsenkirchen6h47 04:35PM Bielefeld0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

1 h 48 m

Average

4 h 17 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

113 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Gelsenkirchen for Bielefeld every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
07:09PM1h48
Gelsenkirchen
08:57PMBielefeld
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrain
09:48AM6h47
Gelsenkirchen
04:35PMBielefeld
$121One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld

Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
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
70 miles (113 km)
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€8)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
1
Train providers
2
Fastest train
1h 20m
First train
00:07
Last train
23:58
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 from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld trains

Travel to Bielefeld from Gelsenkirchen from $26 (€23) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld

FAQs: Travel by train from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld is $19 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train travel time is 1 h 20 min   for the 70 mile (113 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld leaves at 12: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld leaves at 11: 58 PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld with FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Bielefeld from Gelsenkirchen as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.
A day trip to Bielefeld from Gelsenkirchen is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld by train is November.
You have options as you can travel between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld

Gelsenkirchen
Bielefeld
The major train station for departures in Gelsenkirchen is Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wanne-Eickel Hbf for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Dschingis Khan
  • Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel
  • Nikolaus Grill
  • McDonald's
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The following equipment features serve to ensure barrier-free accessibility to the station. Available are: Gleis 1: platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 2: platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 3: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 4: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 5: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 6: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 7: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 8: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance
The major train station for arrivals in Bielefeld is Bielefeld Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bielefeld Hbf for your journey to Bielefeld from Gelsenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:30 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Tuesday: 06:30 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Wednesday: 06:30 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Thursday: 06:30 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Friday: 06:30 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Saturday: 08:00 oclock - 17:30 oclock
  • Sunday: 10:00 oclock - 18:00 oclock
Wifi
Wifi
  • At this station we offer you free wifi. It allows you to go online with your smartphone or laptop, edit e-mails and much more. You can find information about the various wifi offers at our stations here.
Lockers
Lockers
  • If you want to take a load off your hands, you can put your luggage in a locker at this station.
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Mexims
  • Entrada
  • Lokma
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The following equipment features serve to ensure barrier-free accessibility to the station. Available are: Gleis 1: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 2: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 3: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 4: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 5: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 6: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 8: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wali
  • Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld
  • Hotel Stadt Bremen
  • Bielefelder Hof
Lost and Found Office
  • Have you lost or found something on a train or at a station? Simply get in touch with us free of charge at www.fundservice.bahn.de.You can also hand in found items or report a loss at the station.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.

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