What is the cheapest way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop is to bus which costs €12 - €24 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

The fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Bielefeld and Bottrop?

No, there is no direct bus from Bielefeld to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof and arriving at BOT ZOB Berliner Platz via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bielefeld and Bottrop?

No, there is no direct train from Bielefeld to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld Hbf and arriving at Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

The distance between Bielefeld and Bottrop is 143 km. The road distance is 138.3 km.

How do I travel from Bielefeld to Bottrop without a car?

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €26 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Bottrop bus from?

Bielefeld to Bottrop bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Bottrop train from?

Bielefeld to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €26 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €24 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Bielefeld to Bottrop bus arrive?

Bielefeld to Bottrop bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Bielefeld to Bottrop train arrive?

Bielefeld to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

Yes, the driving distance between Bielefeld to Bottrop is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Bielefeld to Bottrop.

How do I get a train ticket from Bielefeld to Bottrop?

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Where can I stay near Bottrop?

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Bielefeld to Bottrop - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bielefeld to Bottrop by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
1h 40m
€26–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to BOT ZOB Berliner Platzbus Sb16
1h 49m
€12–24
Drive 138.3 km
1. Drive from Bielefeld to Bottropcar 138.3 km
1h 23m
€20–29
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Bottrop Hbftrain S9
3h 23m
€40–123

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Distance: 143.2 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Bielefeld, Germany and Bottrop, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–110 and the journey takes 1h 15m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to BOT ZOB Berliner Platz via Essen Hbf in around 1h 49m.

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