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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Bielefeld is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Bielefeld is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Bielefeld?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Bielefeld station. However, there are services departing from Leuven Lüdenscheid and arriving at Bielefeld Brackwede train station via Antwerp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Bielefeld?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Bielefeld. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Bielefeld Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Leuven to Bielefeld?

The distance between Leuven and Bielefeld is 374 km. The road distance is 339.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Bielefeld without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 47m and costs €60 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Leuven to Bielefeld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Bielefeld bus from?

Leuven to Bielefeld bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Bielefeld train from?

Leuven to Bielefeld train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Bielefeld?

The best way to get from Leuven to Bielefeld is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 47m and costs €60 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Leuven to Bielefeld bus arrive?

Leuven to Bielefeld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where does the Leuven to Bielefeld train arrive?

Leuven to Bielefeld train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Bielefeld?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Bielefeld is 340 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Leuven to Bielefeld.

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

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Leuven to Bielefeld - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Bielefeld by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 19 / ...
3h 47m
€62–299
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N1328
7h 4m
€34–61
Drive 339.9 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Bielefeldcar 339.9 km
3h 27m
€53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 7m
€62–299
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Louvain to Genktrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Maastricht to Roermondtrain
3. Take the train from Venlo to Hammtrain
4. Take the train from Hamm to Bielefeld Hbftrain 55 / ...
8h 2m
€58–146

Leuven to Bielefeld by train

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Distance: 374.4 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Bielefeld, Germany?

You can take a train from Louvain to Bielefeld Hbf via Liege-Guillemins, Koeln Hbf, and Köln Hbf in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train station once daily. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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