The average train between Parma and Bielefeld takes 18h 52m and the fastest train takes 13h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Parma 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 twice daily between Parma and Bielefeld. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Bielefeld at 7:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 18h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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20h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Parma to Bielefeld? 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 Parma to Bielefeld. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Bielefeld station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 52m.
Parma to Bielefeld train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Bielefeld train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
Book your Parma to Bielefeld train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia EuroCity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Parma and Bielefeld is 813.6 km. The road distance is 1,171 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Bielefeld Hbf via Milano Centrale, Basel SBB, and Dortmund Hbf in around 13h 8m.