Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Bielefeld Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 CHF 8, 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 travelling from Essen to Bielefeld by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 CHF 8. The average price for this train route is around CHF 26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Bielefeld?
The average train journey time from Essen to Bielefeld is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Bielefeld route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Bielefeld?
The earliest train from Essen to Bielefeld departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:54.
Which 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 ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Bielefeld?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 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 27 Jun 2026 with a price of CHF 7To 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 CHF 7 to CHF 89 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 CHF 7, which is on 2026-06-27.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
