Hanover to Bochum train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Bochum

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£39

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£51

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

2 h

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

2 h

Trains on 17 Sept

17

Distance

199 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanover to Bochum will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 17 trains from Hanover to Bochum, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2042 · 89876
    7:402h35
    Hanover Hbf
    10:15Bochum Hbf
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1546
    12:562h06
    Hanover Hbf
    15:02Bochum Hbf
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 646 · 26706
    6:212h10
    Hanover Hbf
    8:31Bochum Hbf
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1548 · 89878
    8:562h19
    Hanover Hbf
    11:15Bochum Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 946 · 26708
    7:312h00
    Hanover Hbf
    9:31Bochum Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Hanover to Bochum

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £307.

Distance: 199 km

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Driving

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£13

Average Price

£307

Average Price

£31

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 54m

Average total duration

3h 54m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Bochum is a train with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Bochum:

A train is £0.83 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Hanover to Bochum costing on average £13.

A train is £294 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Bochum costing on average £307.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Bochum is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Bochum take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 43m.

Flight takes on average 3h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Bochum including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 35m faster (2h 8m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£13 vs £31). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Hanover to Bochum train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Bochum trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 646 · 26706
On time
6:21 Hanover Hbf
2h10
8:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 656+VIAS Rail GmbH31311
On time
6:40 Hanover Hbf
2h32
9:12 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 946 · 26708
On time
7:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
9:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2042 · 89876
On time
7:40 Hanover Hbf
2h35
10:15 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 644 · 26710
On time
8:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
10:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 654+VIAS Rail GmbH31315
On time
8:40 Hanover Hbf
2h32
11:12 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1548 · 89878
On time
8:56 Hanover Hbf
2h19
11:15 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 944 · 26712
On time
9:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
11:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2044 · 89880
On time
9:40 Hanover Hbf
2h35
12:15 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 642 · 26714
On time
10:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
12:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 652+VIAS Rail GmbH31319
On time
10:40 Hanover Hbf
2h32
13:12 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 942 · 26716
On time
11:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
13:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2046 · 89884
On time
11:40 Hanover Hbf
2h35
14:15 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 640 · 26718
On time
12:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
14:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1546
On time
12:56 Hanover Hbf
2h06
15:02 Bochum Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 940 · 26720
On time
13:31 Hanover Hbf
2h00
15:31 Bochum Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2048 · 89888
On time
13:40 Hanover Hbf
2h35
16:15 Bochum Hbf
1 change

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Deutsche Bahn as well as FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Hanover to Bochum.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Hanover to Bochum.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hanover to Bochum.

Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Hanover to Bochum.

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Hanover to Bochum

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IconA cheap ticket
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Disadvantages
IconA bit stuffy in the train
On this trip we had hardly any delays and the train left on time. The journey was good and not too loud or exhausting due to noisy passengers. What I find particularly good is that you can book the extra seat for a few euros when booking, which gives you enough space and makes travelling more relaxed. Otherwise, the seats are quite narrow and when the train is full, it can be exhausting. The air on the train was a bit stuffy, I'm not sure if there is air conditioning. But the staff were nice and the price of the ticket is so cheap that I have nothing to complain about. I will take the train again.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover to Bochum

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Trains from Hanover to Bochum run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 14m.

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
Distance
199 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 14m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:44
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover and Bochum from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£15
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£5
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£42
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day

Complete guide to Bochum

Things to do in Bochum

Discover the best of Bochum — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bochum trip today.

  • Must visit

Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum

Interactive mining museum with winding tower, underground galleries and panoramic views that explain the Ruhr’s industrial history.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum Bochum

Art museum in the city centre with modern and contemporary works, sculpture and changing exhibitions in a light-filled building.

  • Recommended

Eisenbahnmuseum Bochum

Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and depot buildings that appeal to families and transport enthusiasts alike.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a mid-range restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Hanover to Bochum train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hanover to Bochum can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Hanover to Bochum covers a distance of 199 km and takes approximately 2h 14m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hanover to Bochum is 199 km.
The first train from Hanover to Bochum leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Hanover to Bochum departs at 23:44.
Trains from Hanover to Bochum run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hanover and Bochum. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Hanover to Bochum, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Hanover to Bochum.
The train station in Hanover that goes to Bochum is Hanover Hbf, and it arrives at Bochum Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Bochum is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Hanover to Bochum in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hanover to Bochum offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Lower Saxony countryside, quaint villages, and industrial landscapes as the train approaches the Ruhr area.
A day trip from Hanover to Bochum is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 14m. The distance is 199 km and trains run 8 times per day.
Bochum can be explored in about 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions like the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum, Zeiss Planetarium, and the Bochum Dahlhausen Railway Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover to Bochum.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hanover and Bochum

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

Departure train stations in Hanover
Arrival train stations in Bochum

Which Hanover station do trains to Bochum leave from?

Trains from Hanover to Bochum leave from Hannover Hbf. The station is 1 km from Hanover city centre at Ernst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, Germany.
Hannover HbfErnst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre

Bus120 · 10m · every ~10 min
170, 700, 500, 300 · 12m · every ~35 min

Hannover Hbf train station facilities and services

Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.

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