What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bielefeld from Frankfurt am Main?
You can get to Bielefeld with just $29 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus7h 10m012:25 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport7:35 AMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/7/2026 12:25:00 AM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/7/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn4h 44m010:27 AMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station3:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/9/2026 10:27:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 3:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 56m03:15 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station7:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/9/2026 3:15:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 7:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 56m07:15 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station11:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/9/2026 7:15:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 25m011:46 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station4:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/9/2026 11:46:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 4:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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FlixBus13h 35m09:50 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport11:25 PMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 9:50:00 AM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 53m011:40 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station5:33 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 11:40:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 5:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 46m05:47 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station9:33 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 9:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 1m05:56 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station9:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 5:56:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 9:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 37m08:46 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station5:23 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 8:46:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 5:23:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 37m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 32m012:04 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station6:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/12/2026 12:04:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 6:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 17m012:04 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station7:21 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/12/2026 12:04:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 7:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 17m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 20m012:16 AMFrankfurt am MainSouth Station6:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 12:16:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/13/2026 6:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 22m011:35 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station6:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 6:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m08:20 PMFrankfurt am MainSouth Station1:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 8:20:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 1:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 35m011:22 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station5:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 11:22:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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FlixBus10h 35m02:00 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station12:35 AMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 2:00:00 PM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Cheapest Trains Friday
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld?
You can get to Bielefeld from Frankfurt am Main in just 3h 46m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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FlixBus7h 10m012:25 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport7:35 AMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/7/2026 12:25:00 AM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/7/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 56m03:15 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station7:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/9/2026 3:15:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 7:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 56m07:15 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station11:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/9/2026 7:15:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 2m02:09 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station6:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/9/2026 2:09:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 6:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 2m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 25m011:46 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station4:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/9/2026 11:46:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/9/2026 4:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Trains Monday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 46m05:47 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station9:33 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 5:47:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 9:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 1m05:56 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station9:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 5:56:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 9:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 25m08:46 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station1:11 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 8:46:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 1:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 53m011:40 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station5:33 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 11:40:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 5:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 53m
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FlixBus13h 35m09:50 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport11:25 PMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/11/2026 9:50:00 AM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/11/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 32m012:04 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station6:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/12/2026 12:04:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 6:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 17m012:04 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station7:21 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) at 2/12/2026 12:04:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/12/2026 7:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 17m
Fastest Trains Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m08:20 PMFrankfurt am MainSouth Station1:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 8:20:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 1:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 20m012:16 AMFrankfurt am MainSouth Station6:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 12:16:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/13/2026 6:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 35m011:22 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station5:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 11:22:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 49m011:08 PMFrankfurt am MainWest Train Station5:57 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from West Train Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 11:08:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 49m
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FlixBus10h 35m02:00 PMFrankfurt am MainCentral Station12:35 AMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 2/13/2026 2:00:00 PM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 2/14/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Fastest Trains Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld
What are the most popular stations in Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld?
In Frankfurt am Main, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or West Train Station, while in Bielefeld you will be arriving at Brackwede Train Station, Central Station or Central Bus Station, 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 Frankfurt am Main? With 4 connections between 1 Carpool, Train 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 Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld, you can pay as low as $29 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Bielefeld in just 3h 46m.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 Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Neu-Isenburg or to Steinhagen, and look at flights from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld?
The most popular companies between Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld
How can I reach Bielefeld from Frankfurt am Main?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bielefeld from Frankfurt am Main.
How far is Bielefeld from Frankfurt am Main?
The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Bielefeld is 132.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Frankfurt am Main 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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 36 kgs, and a flight 53 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Frankfurt am Main to Bielefeld?
You can get to Bielefeld with just $29 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main 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 3h 46m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Bielefeld
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