Flensburg to Bielefeld by train

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Overview: trains from Flensburg to Bielefeld

Find the key information for travelling by train from Flensburg to Bielefeld, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:00 View journey
Last train 23:20 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 311
Trains / day 9 View all
Cheapest journey €30.77 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 51m
Train operators 25

Explore Flensburg to Bielefeld by train

Thinking about travelling from Flensburg to Bielefeld by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Flensburg and Bielefeld

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €30.64, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel from Flensburg to Bielefeld

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:00 and the last departure is 23:20. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:15 and the last train leaves at 23:15. On average, a total of 9 trains make this journey each day.

Train travel time and distance from Flensburg to Bielefeld

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 36 minutes. The total distance travelled is 311 kilometres.

When are tickets between Flensburg and Bielefeld available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Flensburg and Bielefeld can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Flensburg to Bielefeld

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Flensburg and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Bielefeld city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Flensburg to Bielefeld

Want to know more about your journey from Flensburg to Bielefeld? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Flensburg and Bielefeld is 311 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.