Location
Brackwede station (German: Bielefeld‑Brackwede) is a railway halt situated in the Brackwede district of the city of Bielefeld, in the state of North Rhine‑Westphalia, Germany. The station lies at an elevation of approximately 80 m above sea level and is positioned on the eastern edge of the Brackwede industrial area.
Ownership and operation
The facility is owned by DB Netz and is operated by DB Station&Service, both subsidiaries of Deutsche Bahn AG.
Railway lines
Brackwede station is located on the Hamm–Minden railway, a historic main‑line route that connects the Ruhr area with the north‑western parts of Germany. Additionally, it serves the Lippe Valley Railway (Lippe‑Tal-Bahn) which links Bielefeld with the towns of Lage and Hamelin.
Train services
As of the most recent timetable (2024), the station is served by the following regular services:
| Service type | Designation | Route (selected) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional‑Express (RE) | RE 6 | Münster – Bielefeld – Hamm – Dortmund | Hourly |
| Regional‑Bahn (RB) | RB 71 | Bielefeld – Lage – Hamelin | Hourly (peak) |
| S‑Bahn (if applicable) | – | – | – |
Note: Service patterns may vary by time of day and season; the above reflects typical weekday operations.
Facilities
The station consists of two platform tracks served by side platforms connected by a pedestrian underpass. Amenities include:
- Covered waiting areas and seating.
- Ticket vending machines for DB fare products.
- Real‑time electronic departure displays.
- Accessibility features such as ramps and tactile paving for visually impaired passengers.
Bicycle parking and limited car parking are available adjacent to the station entrance. No staffed ticket office is present; passenger assistance is provided via a DB information telephone.
History
The original Brackwede halt opened in the late 19th century as part of the expansion of the Hamm–Minden line. The present station buildings and platform configuration were modernised in the early 2000s to accommodate increased regional traffic and to meet contemporary accessibility standards.
Surroundings
The station serves a mixed residential and industrial area. Nearby points of interest include the Brackweder Marktplatz (local market square), several small enterprises, and the Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences campus located a short bus ride away. Public bus lines operated by Bielefeld Stadtverkehr provide onward connections to the city centre and surrounding neighborhoods.
References
- Deutsche Bahn timetables and station database (DB Station&Service).
- “Eisenbahnatlas Deutschland,” Verlag Schweers + Wall GmbH, latest edition.
- Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr (VRR) network maps and service schedules.
The information presented reflects data available up to April 2024 and may be subject to change.