The cheapest and fastest coaches from Amsterdam to Bochum
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Amsterdam to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Bochum will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 buses that leave Amsterdam for Bochum every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 188 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £321 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Bochum bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Bochum coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 08:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h13 | 12:13 Bochum Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h50 | 17:50 Bochum, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h30 | 17:50 Bochum, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h10 | 22:25 Bochum, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
FlixBus | 03:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h05 | 08:05 Bochum, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Bochum
Buses from Amsterdam to Bochum run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 188 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Amsterdam to BochumYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Bochum with FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Amsterdam to Bochum coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Bochum by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bochum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bochum, Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Bochum
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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