What is the best way to travel from Kiel to Bielefeld?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Bielefeld from Kiel. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Bielefeld from Kiel?
You can get to Bielefeld with just $33 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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Deutsche Bahn4h 34m04:02 AMKielCentral Station8:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 4:02:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/23/2025 8:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 34m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 45m08:05 PMKielCentral Station12:50 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 8:05:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 24m07:05 PMKielCentral Station11:29 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 7:05:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/23/2025 11:29:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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FlixBus6h 20m03:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station10:05 PMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/24/2025 3:45:00 PM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Kiel to Bielefeld?
You can get to Bielefeld from Kiel in just 4h 24m 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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Deutsche Bahn4h 24m07:05 PMKielCentral Station11:29 PMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 7:05:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/23/2025 11:29:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 34m04:02 AMKielCentral Station8:36 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 4:02:00 AM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/23/2025 8:36:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 34m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 45m08:05 PMKielCentral Station12:50 AMBielefeldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/23/2025 8:05:00 PM to Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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FlixBus6h 20m03:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station10:05 PMBielefeldBrackwede Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 12/24/2025 3:45:00 PM to Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Bus from Kiel to Bielefeld
What are the most popular stations in Kiel and Bielefeld?
In Kiel, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Norwegenkai Bus Stop, 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 Kiel? With 3 connections between 2 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 Kiel and Bielefeld, you can pay as low as $33 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 4h 24m.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 Kiel 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 Kiel 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 Kronshagen or to Steinhagen, and look at flights from , 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 Kiel to Bielefeld?
The most popular companies between Kiel 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 Kiel to Bielefeld
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Kiel 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 Kiel to Bielefeld
How can I reach Bielefeld from Kiel?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bielefeld from Kiel.
How far is Bielefeld from Kiel?
The distance between Kiel and Bielefeld is 171.6 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kiel 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 47 kgs, and a flight 68 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Kiel to Bielefeld?
You can get to Bielefeld with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Kiel 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 4h 24m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Kiel and to Bielefeld
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Kiel and to Bielefeld. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
