The average train between Essen and Bielefeld takes 1h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. The train service runs several times per day 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 4 hours between Essen and Bielefeld. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:29 PM which arrives into Bielefeld at 9:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Bielefeld station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.
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 131 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €23–110 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Two other operators also service this route.