The average train between Bielefeld and Hamburg takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Bielefeld to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bielefeld and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 1:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Bielefeld is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bielefeld to Hamburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bielefeld to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld station and arriving at Hamburg station via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Bielefeld to Hamburg train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.
Bielefeld to Hamburg train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
Book your Bielefeld to Hamburg train tickets online with FlixTrain GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Bielefeld and Hamburg is 196.6 km. The road distance is 286 km.
You can take a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hamburg Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 29m.