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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 19 trains that leave Bochum for Frankfurt am Main every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
ICE 542 · IC 6040322:274h09Bochum Hbf2:36Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£221One-way1 change- ICE 542 · IC 6040322:274h24Bochum Hbf2:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£231One-way1 change
FlixTrain · FlixTrain9:1510h45Bochum Hbf20:00Frankfurt South station£291One-way1 change- ICE 61720:482h01Bochum Hbf22:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£321One-way0 changes
- ICE 617 · IC 257220:482h25Bochum Hbf23:13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£321One-way1 change
- ICE 27 · ICE 5158:482h01Bochum Hbf10:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£711One-way1 change
- ICE 61720:482h01Bochum Hbf22:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£321One-way0 changes
- ICE 61922:482h05Bochum Hbf0:53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£381One-way0 changes
- 26706 · ICE 6218:332h06Bochum Hbf10:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£681One-way1 change
- 26708 · ICE 6239:332h06Bochum Hbf11:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£631One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bochum to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main 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 flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 £81.
Distance: 184 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£55 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 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
Bochum to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26706 · ICE 621 | On time 8:33 Bochum Hbf | 2h06 | 10:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 26706 · ICE 621 | On time 8:33 Bochum Hbf | 2h18 | 10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 27 | On time 8:48 Bochum Hbf | 3h11 | 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 515 · S9 | On time 8:48 Bochum Hbf | 2h40 | 11:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 27 | On time 8:48 Bochum Hbf | 3h25 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 515 | Delayed 8:48 Bochum Hbf | 2h01 | 8:54 8:54Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 26810 · ICE 1515 | On time 8:56 Bochum Hbf | 2h38 | 11:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 9:15 Bochum Hbf | 10h45 | 20:00 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| 30765 · IC 2542 · ICE 2013 · S8 | 9:21 Bochum Hbf | 4h07 | 13:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| 26708 · ICE 623 | On time 9:33 Bochum Hbf | 2h18 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 26708 · ICE 623 | On time 9:33 Bochum Hbf | 2h06 | 11:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 27 | On time 9:48 Bochum Hbf | 2h25 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 617 | On time 20:48 Bochum Hbf | 2h01 | 22:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 617 · IC 2572 | Delayed 20:48 Bochum Hbf | 2h25 | 21:36 21:36Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 26834 · 28535 · 25443 · 29591 | 20:55 Bochum Hbf | 5h33 | 2:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Bochum and Frankfurt am Main from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Hessische Landesbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Bochum to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bochum and Frankfurt am Main
Most Bochum to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Bochum Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bochum station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Bochum Hbf from Bochum city centre
Bochum Hbf train station facilities and services
Bochum Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Getting to Bochum, Buddenbergplatz from Bochum city centre
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz train station facilities and services
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz.
Getting to Bochum-Ehrenfeld from Bochum city centre
Bochum-Ehrenfeld is 1 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Bochum-Ehrenfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Sortie, Mandragora, Farina
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Hotel City West.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Bochum arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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