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Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Bielefeld and Meppen. The average train journey from Bielefeld to Meppen takes 2 hours and 59 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Distance | 69 mi (112 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 9m |
Lowest price | €21.69 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Bielefeld to Meppen?
There are 5 train lines with service from Bielefeld to Meppen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 21 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 7 | 2h 36m | €27.04 |
DB Intercity-Express | 12 | 3h 9m | €33.25 |
Deutsche Bahn | 21 | 2h 59m | €32.68 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 21 | 2h 57m | €33.77 |
Non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 3h 27m | €34.38 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bielefeld to Meppen start from €22, and on average cost . Daily there are 21 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Meppen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bielefeld leaves from Windelsbleiche and 5 other stations. And in Meppen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Bielefeld to Meppen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meppen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bielefeld to Meppen start from €34, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Meppen. Non-federally owned railway company in Bielefeld leaves from Ubbedissen . And in Meppen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Bielefeld to Meppen train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meppen faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bielefeld to Meppen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bielefeld at 01:00 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 32 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 Meppen 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 bus in Bielefeld headed to nearby Münster, Hanover, Dortmund, and more.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bielefeld?
Main departure station: Sennestadt
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Bielefeld where you can board the train.
All train stations in Bielefeld:
Sennestadt
Brake(b Bielefeld)
Windelsbleiche
Bielefeld-Senne
Quelle
Ubbedissen
Where is the train station in Meppen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Meppen has one train station.
Train stations in Meppen:
Train Station
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