- Must visit
Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum
Interactive mining museum with winding tower, underground galleries and panoramic views that explain the Ruhr’s industrial history.
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 21 Sept
4
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Bochum will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 4 trains from Bonn to Bochum, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bonn to Bochum:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn to Bochum costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Bochum take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.19. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Bochum trains for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:04 Bonn | 1h53 | 8:57 Bochum | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:22 Bonn | 1h40 | 11:02 Bochum | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bonn to Bochum run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:17 |
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Discover the best of Bochum — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bochum trip today.
Interactive mining museum with winding tower, underground galleries and panoramic views that explain the Ruhr’s industrial history.
Art museum in the city centre with modern and contemporary works, sculpture and changing exhibitions in a light-filled building.
Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and depot buildings that appeal to families and transport enthusiasts alike.
Former industrial site transformed into a public park with striking steel structures, open lawns and event venues.
Large urban park with a lake, paths, pedal boats and the zoo nearby, ideal for relaxed walks and family time.
Leafy riverside district known for half-timbered houses, the old church and access to scenic Ruhr walking routes.
A hearty Ruhr sausage of minced pork and beef in a natural casing, typically grilled and served with mustard; a staple of local snack bars and football match days.
Cured raw minced pork seasoned with onion and spices, usually eaten on rye bread. It is a classic breakfast and pub snack across the Ruhr area.
A simple rye bread meal topped with ham, cheese, gherkin and onion. It reflects the practical miner's fare once common in the Ruhr industrial region.
Elegant modern restaurant serving seasonal German and European dishes in a refined but relaxed setting near the city centre.
Traditional brewery venue known for hearty Ruhr and German fare, house beer and a lively, classic beer hall atmosphere.
Long-established beer hall and restaurant offering schnitzel, sausages and regional comfort food in a bustling, traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Bochum Hbf -> Bochum Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn to Bochum 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 Bochum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bonn to Bochum trains use the Bonn Hbf to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bochum West. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bonn 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 options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel 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 options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
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 options include: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Bochum West 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 options include: TwinTower, Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum West. ATMs are available at Bochum West.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum West. Information desks are available at Bochum West.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum West.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Hotel Fey, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus.
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz.
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