Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Eisenbahnstraße | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | Fastest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Bielefeld
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bielefeld. The journey takes about 1 hour 18 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 316, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Bielefeld?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from THB 316. The average price for this train route is around THB 974. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Bielefeld?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Bielefeld is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 76 miles (123 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Bielefeld route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Bielefeld?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Bielefeld at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:54pm.
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, with an average rating of 3.8 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 2.5.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Aug 6, 2026 with a price of THB 219To 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.
