Bielefeld to Duisburg by train

Travelling by train from Bielefeld to Duisburg

Ready to travel from Bielefeld to Duisburg by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Bielefeld and Duisburg

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: US$22.50

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance: US$26

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance: US$28

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train timetable for travel between Bielefeld and Duisburg

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Bielefeld to Duisburg by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

• First daily departure (weekday): 04:02

• Last daily departure (weekday): 22:59

• First daily departure (weekend): 00:27

• Last daily departure (weekend): 22:00

• Average number of daily trains: 70 trains

• Frequency of train departures: every 10 minutes

Bielefeld to Duisburg train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 138 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 20 minutes.

How far in advance Bielefeld and Duisburg tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Bielefeld and Duisburg are available 10 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Bielefeld to Duisburg

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Duisburg city guide to start planning your getaway.