The average train between Essen and Bielefeld takes 1h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Essen 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 every 30 minutes between Essen and Bielefeld. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Bielefeld at 11:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Bielefeld Hbf station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.
Essen to Bielefeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Bielefeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Bielefeld is 121.9 km. The road distance is 141 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Two other operators also service this route.