Train Dortmund → Bielefeld
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
3h 3m
Fastest time
3h 40m
Avg. duration
357
Kilometers
17
Trains per day
By train from Dortmund to Bielefeld
An important rail connection: The train connection from Dortmund to Bielefeld is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 3m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 357 kilometers and is served by about 17 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Dortmund to Bielefeld saves you about 40 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 80 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Bielefeld?
The fastest connection from Dortmund to Bielefeld takes 3h 3m. The average travel time is 3h 40m.
How many trains run daily from Dortmund to Bielefeld?
About 17 trains run daily on the Dortmund - Bielefeld route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Dortmund to Bielefeld?
The direct connection covers 357 km.
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Last update: April 2026
