How to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bielefeld to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. 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 bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 93 miles (151 km)

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€26

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The cheapest way to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf:

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf costing on average €13.

A bus is €392 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf costing on average €405.

The fastest way to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 52m.

Flight takes on average 7h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bielefeld and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 22m faster (1h 52m by train vs 2h 14m by car) and roughly €12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€13 vs €26). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf

How to get from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:23 AM1h51
    Bielefeld Hbf
    1:14 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:23 AM1h51
    Bielefeld Hbf
    1:14 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 644
    9:25 AM1h44
    Bielefeld Hbf
    11:09 AMDüsseldorf Hbf
    221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:23 PM2h02
    Bielefeld Hbf
    9:25 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 946
    8:22 AM1h46
    Bielefeld Hbf
    10:08 AMDüsseldorf Hbf
    221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2042 · 26812
    8:42 AM1h56
    Bielefeld Hbf
    10:38 AMDüsseldorf Hbf
    231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Bielefeld to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bielefeld and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf:

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf costing on average €13.

A bus is €392 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf costing on average €405.

The fastest way to travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 52m.

Flight takes on average 7h 11m.

The distance from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is approximately 93 miles (151 km).
The average frequency per day from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bielefeld and Düsseldorf as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bielefeld Hbf and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bielefeld, Bahnhof Brackwede and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Düsseldorf by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Bielefeld to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Düsseldorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore Carlsplatz markets for diverse foods, take a Rhine River boat cruise, or visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Enjoy performances at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, or relax in the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Key sights include the Rheinturm for city views, luxury shopping at Königsallee, vibrant nightlife in Altstadt, art at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, and the baroque beauty of Schloss Benrath.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Düsseldorf's key attractions, such as the Altstadt, Königsallee, and Rheinturm, while enjoying its vibrant art scene and culinary offerings.
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