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Trip Summary
You can pick from 29 daily train trips between Malmo and Bielefeld. The average train journey from Malmo to Bielefeld takes 12 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 9 hours and 22 minutes.
Distance | 307 mi (494 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 0m |
Lowest price | €145.27 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Malmo to Bielefeld?
2 train services operate from Malmo to Bielefeld. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 25 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 14h 3m | €166.48 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 25 | 11h 43m | €157.14 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Malmo to Bielefeld start from €145, and on average cost . Daily there are 25 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bielefeld. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Malmo leaves from Malmö Hyllie station . And in Bielefeld trains arrive at Bielefeld-Senne and 5 other train stations.
From Malmo to Bielefeld train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bielefeld faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Malmo and Bielefeld is approximately 307 miles, or 494 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 22 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Malmo to Bielefeld are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Malmo at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 29 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 Bielefeld to Malmo.
City Information
Malmo
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Originally a Danish city, Malmö is located in the far south of Sweden, in the Skane province. This seaside city guarantees something for everyone with a charming blend of Old-Town history and a modern cosmopolitan feel.
For a taste of the city's rich history, visit Malmohus Castle and experience Scandinavia's oldest surviving Renaissance castle. Once a place of grand balls, the castle is now home to several museums, including an art museum, the City Museum, and an aquarium and zoo.
If you're more interested in a shopping experience, take a walk down Sodergatan, the city's main shopping street, running from Stortogert to Gustav Adolf Torg. Along with its excellent shops and boutiques, enjoy great places for food and drink and experience traditional Swedish fika (coffee break).
Malmö has ample travel connections nationally as well as internationally. Fly to either Copenhagen Kastrup or the smaller Malmö Airport for travel by air. Long-distance trains from around Sweden, as well as international routes, stop at Malmö Centralstation. Nettbuss and FlixBus services also stop in the city, at the Norra Vallgatan.
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 Malmo?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Malmö Hyllie station
Malmo Hyllie station is a railway station in Hyllie, in the southwest of the city. The station is architecturally unique, fronted by glass windows with a huge curved section in the entranceway. The station's regional trains and commuter trains stop here while traveling across Sweden, including Stockholm, Lund, and central Malmo. The station is next to the huge Emporia Shopping Mall, where you can find many shops, restaurants, and amenities. It is also next to Malmo arena, so it's convenient, although often busy when attending concerts and performances. Just outside is a Mcdonald's, as well as Best Western and Quality hotels.
All train stations in Malmo:
Malmö Hyllie station
Where is the train station in Bielefeld?
Main arrival station: Ubbedissen
There are more train stations and stops in Bielefeld than most cities. Most trains from Malmo will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Bielefeld:
Train stations in Bielefeld:
Ubbedissen
Windelsbleiche
Bielefeld-Senne
Brake(b Bielefeld)
Sennestadt
Quelle
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