Bochum to Zug train with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

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  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:487h11
    Bochum
    12:59Zug
    £1241One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, flight and coach for Bochum to Zug

The cheapest option from Bochum to Zug is coach, with an average price of £47. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Zug among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 488 km

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£135

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£47

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Cheapest option

£158

Average Price

8h 2m

Average total duration

7h 32m

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30m

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15h 20m

Average total duration

14h 50m

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9h 29m

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6h 29m

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3h 0m

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Compare prices and tickets Bochum to Zug by train, flight or coach

Compare train, flight and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bochum to Zug

GermanyGermany
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
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Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Bochum to Zug, including direct trains, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 488 km distance in 6h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Distance
488 km
Average train duration
7h 32m
Lowest ticket price
£109
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
6h 35m
First train
0:35
Last train
16:05
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Bochum to Zug trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Bochum and Zug from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 11m
Cheapest Price
£124
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bochum to Zug train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bochum to Zug is 488 km.
The first train from Bochum to Zug leaves at 0:35.
The last train from Bochum to Zug departs at 16:05.
Trains from Bochum to Zug run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bochum to Zug.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bochum to Zug.
To get from Bochum to Zug, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
There is no night train service from Bochum to Zug.
The train station in Bochum that goes to Zug is Bochum Hbf, and it arrives at Zug station.
Booking trains from Bochum to Zug in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bochum to Zug offers scenic views as it passes through picturesque landscapes, including lush green valleys, charming villages, and the stunning Swiss countryside, providing travellers with a visually appealing experience.
Two days are often sufficient to explore Zug, allowing time to visit landmarks such as the Old Town, Zug Castle, and Lake Zug.
Yes, you can take the train from Bochum to Zug.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bochum and Zug

Most Bochum to Zug trains use the Bochum Hbf to Zug station pair. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Zug train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bochum
Arrival train stations in Zug

Which Bochum station do trains to Zug leave from?

Trains from Bochum to Zug leave from Bochum Hbf. The station is 1 km from Bochum city centre at Bochum Hbf, Kurt-Schumacher-Platz 13-15, 44787 Bochum.
Bochum HbfBochum Hbf, Kurt-Schumacher-Platz 13-15, 44787 BochumWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bochum Hbf from Bochum city centre

TrainRb, Re · 3m · £0.89 · every ~4 min
BusNe6, E77, E68, E61, 368E, E36, 368, 365, 355, 353, 345, 339, 336 · 3m · every ~33 min
Tram310, 305, 302, 316, 306 · 3m · £0.89 · every ~35 min
SubwayU35 · 2m · £0.89 · every ~20 min

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.

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