The average train between Cologne and Bielefeld takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Bielefeld. 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 Cologne and Bielefeld. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Bielefeld at 11:18 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Bielefeld Hbf station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.
Cologne to Bielefeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Bielefeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
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The distance between Cologne and Bielefeld is 163 km. The road distance is 184 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 51m. National Express also services this route hourly.