How to travel from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld, Germany

The distance between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld is around 174km (108 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BielefeldDusseldorf if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Bielefeld Hbf.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €50($50)
Operated byDeutsche Bahn+ 2 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Bielefeld Joseph-Massolle-Strasse.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €70($70)
Operated by

East West Eurolines

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Drive

Drive to Bielefeld.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance177km (110 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld

There are several options for getting from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €50 ($50) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €24 ($24).

The distance between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld is around 174km (108 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 150km (93 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Dusseldorf and Bielefeld by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €24 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €50 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 45m.

Deutsche Bahn, National Express, FlixTrain and Deutsche Bahn Intercity run train services between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dusseldorf and Bielefeld. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs 6 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 3h 20m.

East West Eurolines run regular bus services between Dusseldorf and Bielefeld. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 3h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld. We recommend that you take the train to Bielefeld Hbf. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Bielefeld is Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) (PAD) which is approximately 46km (28 miles) from Bielefeld. Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) (FMO) and Dortmund Airport (DTM) (DTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dusseldorf and Bielefeld. The distance is around 177km (110 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around €50 ($50).

How do I get from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld

Compare travel optionsbetween Dusseldorf and Bielefeld

Transport options from Dusseldorf to Bielefeld
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 45m
€50($50)
hourly174km (108 miles)
Bus
3h 20m
€70($70)
6 times a week218km (135 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
€24($24)
on demand177km (110 miles)

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Airports near Bielefeld

The following major airports near Bielefeld offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

PAD
Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD)
International Airport
Distance
46km (28 miles) from Bielefeld
FMO
Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)
International Airport
Distance
58km (36 miles) from Bielefeld
DTM
Dortmund Airport (DTM)
International Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Bielefeld