chiku-desktop

Cheap train tickets from Bielefeld to Enschede

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

chiku-mobile

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.

Best Travel Options

We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Download our free app!

Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

Chiku

Bielefeld to Enschede Train Schedule

No preview is currently available. Please try another date or search the full schedule.

Trip Summary

You can pick from 55 daily train trips between Bielefeld and Enschede. The average train journey from Bielefeld to Enschede takes 3 hours and 37 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Distance71 mi (114 km)
Fastest train2h 42m
Lowest price$21.23
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines5

Wander into savings:
Get deals in your inbox!

Sign up to get the latest deals on bus & train tickets sent directly to you.

Which train should you take from Bielefeld to Enschede?

There are 5 train lines with service from Bielefeld to Enschede. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 52 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity23h 58m$42.35
DB Intercity-Express23h 12m$38.19
Deutsche Bahn523h 43m$36.63
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company353h 28m$36.53
Non-federally owned railway company33h 21m$42.35
  • 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 EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bielefeld to Enschede start from $23, and on average cost . Daily there are 35 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Enschede. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bielefeld leaves from Ubbedissen and 5 other stations. And in Enschede trains arrive at Glanerbrug and 2 other train stations.

    From Bielefeld to Enschede train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 28 minutes. If you are looking to get to Enschede faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 42 minutes.

  • Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bielefeld to Enschede start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Enschede. Non-federally owned railway company in Bielefeld leaves from Ubbedissen and 2 other stations. And in Enschede trains arrive at Enschede Drienerlo .

    From Bielefeld to Enschede train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Enschede faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Bielefeld to Enschede

The distance between Bielefeld and Enschede is approximately 71 miles, or 114 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 42 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Bielefeld to Enschede are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Bielefeld at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 55 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 Enschede to Bielefeld.

City Information

Bielefeld

Bielefeld - DEBLD-0

Image credit: Unsplash

Bielefeld - DEBLD-1

Image credit: Unsplash

Bielefeld - DEBLD-2

Image credit: Pixabay

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: Windelsbleiche

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:

  • Windelsbleiche

  • Sennestadt

  • Ubbedissen

  • Quelle

  • Brake(b Bielefeld)

  • Bielefeld-Senne

Where is the train station in Enschede?

Main arrival station: Glanerbrug

There are more train stations and stops in Enschede than most cities. Most trains from Bielefeld will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Enschede:

All train stations in Enschede:

  • Glanerbrug

  • Enschede Drienerlo

  • De Eschmarke

Get around town with Moovit

Find the best way to get to and from any station in Enschede by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Need a return trip from Enschede to Bielefeld?

Search Train Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.