What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Bielefeld?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Bielefeld station. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Bielefeld Brackwede train station via Eindhoven Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Bielefeld?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Bielefeld. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Bielefeld Hbf via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

The distance between Rotterdam and Bielefeld is 361 km. The road distance is 324.5 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Bielefeld without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €60 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bielefeld bus from?

Rotterdam to Bielefeld bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bielefeld train from?

Rotterdam to Bielefeld train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bielefeld bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Bielefeld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Eindhoven Station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bielefeld train arrive?

Rotterdam to Bielefeld train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Bielefeld is 324 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Rotterdam to Bielefeld.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

Book your Rotterdam to Bielefeld train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Bielefeld?

Book your Rotterdam to Bielefeld bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bielefeld?

There are 611+ hotels available in Bielefeld.

Rotterdam to Bielefeld - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Bielefeld by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 14 / ...
5h 4m
€64–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Eindhoven Stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven Station to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N1328
5h 50m
€28–43
Drive 324.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Bielefeldcar 324.5 km
3h 22m
€57–82
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Hengelotrain Ice
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Bielefeld Hbftrain
5h 8m
€63–96
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bad Bentheimtrain European Sleeper
2. Take the train from Bad Bentheim to Bielefeld Hbftrain Stoptrein RB61 / ...
5h 52m
€47–62

Rotterdam to Bielefeld by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 360.6 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Bielefeld, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bielefeld Hbf via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal, and Duisburg Hbf in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Bielefeld Brackwede train station via Eindhoven Station in around 5h 50m.

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