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Compare train and bus for Wuppertal to Bielefeld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wuppertal to Bielefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$38 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Wuppertal to Bielefeld:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wuppertal to Bielefeld costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Bielefeld take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 56m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 37m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $27 (€22) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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.
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Why should you book Wuppertal to Bielefeld trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) or Eurobahn to find the best option for your trip from Wuppertal to Bielefeld.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wuppertal to Bielefeld
Trains from Wuppertal to Bielefeld run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Eurobahn from Wuppertal to Bielefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Eurobahn trains will get you between Wuppertal and Bielefeld from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Wuppertal to Bielefeld
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wuppertal 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wuppertal to Bielefeld
Most Wuppertal to Bielefeld trains use the Wuppertal Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bielefeld-Senne. Use this guide to compare Wuppertal and Bielefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wuppertal station do trains to Bielefeld leave from?
Wuppertal Hbf train station facilities and services
Wuppertal 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 and drink
Food options include: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Getting to Wuppertal-Vohwinkel from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel is 6 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel 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 and drink
Food options include: Cay Ocegi, Mona Lisa, Kochstube, Kebab Haus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Getting to Wuppertal-Barmen from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Barmen is 3 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Barmen train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Barmen 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 and drink
Food options include: TeAmore, Burger King, Haus Becker, Café Moritz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Imperial, City Hotel, Hotel zur Krone.
Which Bielefeld station do trains from Wuppertal arrive at?
Getting to Bielefeld Hbf from Bielefeld city centre
Bielefeld Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Mexims, Entrada, Lokma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld Hbf. ATMs are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Information desks are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wali, Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld, Hotel Stadt Bremen, Bielefelder Hof.
Getting to Bielefeld-Senne from Bielefeld city centre
Bielefeld-Senne is 7 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Bielefeld-Senne train station facilities and services
Bielefeld-Senne 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 and drink
Food options include: Wölke, Tebie Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld-Senne. ATMs are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld-Senne. Information desks are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld-Senne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bielefeld-Senne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bielefeld-Senne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld-Senne.
Getting to Brackwede from Bielefeld city centre
Brackwede is 4 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Brackwede train station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brackwede.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brackwede. Information desks are available at Brackwede.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brackwede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brackwede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brackwede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brackwede.
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