The average train between Cologne and Bielefeld Station takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Bielefeld Station. 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 5 times a day between Cologne and Bielefeld Station. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Bielefeld Station at 8:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 19m • 1 change
2h 50m • 1 change
2h 18m • 1 change
2h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Bielefeld Station? 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 Cologne to Bielefeld Station. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Bielefeld Station station via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Cologne to Bielefeld Station train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Bielefeld Station train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Bielefeld Station train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Cologne and Bielefeld Station is 159.8 km. The road distance is 191 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 1h 51m.