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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Bielefeld
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bielefeld. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Bielefeld?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Bielefeld by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Bielefeld?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Bielefeld start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Bielefeld?
The average train trip from Essen to Bielefeld takes 1h 18m and covers 120 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Bielefeld route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Bielefeld?
The earliest train from Essen to Bielefeld departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 9:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bielefeld?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Bielefeld was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Bielefeld, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $70 for a train ticket from Essen to Bielefeld based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
