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What is the best way to travel from Hamburg to Bielefeld?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Bielefeld from Hamburg. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 20m
£11
£12
2
Train
2h 39m
£11
£28
140
Car
2h 30m
£19
£19
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Bielefeld from Hamburg?

You can reach Bielefeld with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £34
Monday
Tuesday
from £19
Wednesday
Thursday
from £11
Friday
from £11
Saturday

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 39m
    0
    08:02
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 56m
    0
    07:45
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 46m
    0
    07:55
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 58m
    0
    22:28
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    04:26
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £38

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Hamburg
    20:00
    Bielefeld
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    18:45
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:05
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 20m
    0
    03:20
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:40
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 17m
    0
    03:20
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:37
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    05:23
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    08:36
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 1m
    0
    05:46
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    08:47
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20

What are the fastest trips from Hamburg to Bielefeld?

You can get to Bielefeld from Hamburg in just 2h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 2h 39m
Monday
Tuesday
from 2h 30m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 20m
Friday
from 3h 1m
Saturday

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 39m
    0
    08:02
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 46m
    0
    07:55
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 56m
    0
    07:45
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    10:41
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 58m
    0
    22:28
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    04:26
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £38

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Hamburg
    20:00
    Bielefeld
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    18:45
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    22:05
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:00
    Bielefeld
    Brackwede Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 1m
    0
    05:46
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    08:47
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    05:23
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    08:36
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 17m
    0
    03:20
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:37
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 20m
    0
    03:20
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:40
    Bielefeld
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £11
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hamburg to Bielefeld

What are the most popular stations in Hamburg and Bielefeld?

In Hamburg, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Harburg Train Station, while in Bielefeld you will be arriving at Brackwede Train Station, Central Bus Station or Brackwede, AquaWede Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bielefeld from Hamburg? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Hamburg and Bielefeld, you can pay as low as £11 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Bielefeld in just 2h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Hamburg and Bielefeld are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Hamburg and Bielefeld is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hamburg Airport or to Steinhagen, and look at flights from Hamburg Airport, and landing at Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Hamburg to Bielefeld?

The most popular companies between Hamburg and Bielefeld, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Hamburg to Bielefeld

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hamburg to Bielefeld. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Hamburg to Bielefeld

How can I reach Bielefeld from Hamburg?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Bielefeld from Hamburg.

How far is Bielefeld from Hamburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Bielefeld is 195.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hamburg and Bielefeld?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hamburg to Bielefeld?

You can get to Bielefeld with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bielefeld in just 2h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Hamburg and to Bielefeld

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hamburg and to Bielefeld. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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