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Trip Summary
You can pick from 31 daily train trips between Bielefeld and Laatzen. The average train journey from Bielefeld to Laatzen takes 2 hours and 21 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as one hour and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 57 mi (92 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 33m |
| Lowest price | £15.59 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Bielefeld to Laatzen?
2 train services operate from Bielefeld to Laatzen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 29 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 29 | 2h 11m | £19.97 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 25 | 2h 32m | £22.16 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bielefeld to Laatzen start from £16, and on average cost . Daily there are 25 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Laatzen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bielefeld leaves from Brake(b Bielefeld) and 8 other stations. And in Laatzen trains arrive at Rethen(Leine) and one other train station.
From Bielefeld to Laatzen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Laatzen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 33 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Bielefeld to Laatzen tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Bielefeld at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 31 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Laatzen to Bielefeld.
City Information
Bielefeld
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Although meme conspiracy theories suggest this city does not exist, Bielefeld is a real city that, in fact, has existed since 1214! Bielefeld is located close to the Teutoburg Forest, so lace up your hiking boots for some seriously scenic walks and hikes. History-lovers might get more of a thrill at the Sparrenburg Castle, a fortress dating to the 13th century and mainly sporting 16th-century architecture. Also visit the Altstädter Nicolaikirche, the oldest church in the city, overlooking Alter Markt. This central square offers many cafés with outdoor seating and is the site of Bielefeld's Christmas market each December.
If you're a football fan, plan to see the Bundesliga team DSC Arminia Bielefeld play at the SchücoArena stadium. Luckily this and many other spots in the city are connected via the Stadtbahn light rail system.
To reach destinations beyond city limits, Deutsche Bahn trains are your best bet for efficient, comfortable travel throughout Germany. Most trains arrive at Am Bahnhof 1 station, and intercity buses also operate through this central station. You can catch a coach in Bielefeld headed to nearby Münster, Hanover, Dortmund, and more.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bielefeld?
Main departure station: Brake(b Bielefeld)
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Bielefeld where you can board the train.
All train stations in Bielefeld:
Brake(b Bielefeld)
Brackwede
Bielefeld-Senne
Sennestadt
Windelsbleiche
Quelle-Kupferheide
Quelle
Ubbedissen
Oldentrup
Where is the train station in Laatzen?
Main arrival station: Rethen(Leine)
Laatzen receives travelers from Bielefeld at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Laatzen:
Rethen(Leine)
Hannover Messe/Laatzen
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