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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Bochum
Showing times and prices for 04 Jun
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
486 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Bochum will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Munich for Bochum every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 486 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 6108:196h55Munich Hbf15:14Bochum Hbf£1051One-way2 changes- ICE 6109:285h46Munich Hbf15:14Bochum Hbf£1221One-way0 changes
- ICE 10108:195h18Munich Hbf13:37Bochum Hbf£1221One-way0 changes
- ICE 682 · IC 2048 · ICE 2019:126h35Munich Hbf15:47Bochum Hbf£1271One-way2 changes
- ICE 724 · 267218:455h38Munich Hbf14:23Bochum Hbf£1331One-way1 change
- ICE 10108:195h18Munich Hbf13:37Bochum Hbf£1221One-way0 changes
- ICE 724 · 267218:455h38Munich Hbf14:23Bochum Hbf£1331One-way1 change
- ICE 6109:285h46Munich Hbf15:14Bochum Hbf£1221One-way0 changes
- ICE 682 · IC 2048 · ICE 2019:126h35Munich Hbf15:47Bochum Hbf£1271One-way2 changes
- ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 6108:196h55Munich Hbf15:14Bochum Hbf£1051One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 486 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£100 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Bochum train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bochum trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 882 · ICE 1546 | On time 8:05 Munich Hbf | 6h57 | 15:02 Bochum Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 610 | On time 8:19 Munich Hbf | 6h55 | 15:14 Bochum Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1010 | On time 8:19 Munich Hbf | 5h18 | 13:37 Bochum Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 724 · 26721 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 14:23 Bochum Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 682 · IC 2048 · ICE 201 | On time 9:12 Munich Hbf | 6h35 | 15:47 Bochum Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 610 | On time 9:28 Munich Hbf | 5h46 | 15:14 Bochum Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Advantages
Friendly and helpful staffClean trainBoard bistro openWithout delayDisadvantages
Hard seatsNo internet connectionOn the train from Munich to Bochum, the volume in the train was normal. I found the seats there a bit too hard and not up to normal comfort. There was also no internet connection on the train, only power sockets. The service was very good and the staff was friendly and helpful. The train had been clean except for the seats and the toilets worked without faults. An on-board bistro had been available and the train had not been delayed at all.
Advantages
Staff friendlyTrain was on timeThe interior and toilets were clean and the smell was pleasantIt was quiet on the trainDisadvantages
Internet connection desiredIt was a very relaxed journey. The noise level on the train was very low, as there were not many people on board, and the seats were comfortable. The amenities lacked internet connection, but at least there were power sockets. The staff had been friendly and the train had been generally clean. The toilet smelled pleasant and was hygienic. The train had not been delayed.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Bochum
GermanyGermany
Trains from Munich to Bochum run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 486 km distance in 5h 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 486 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Munich to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Munich and Bochum from £16. 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 Duration
5h 14m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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.
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.
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.
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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
£77
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 49m
Cheapest Price
£251
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Munich to Bochum train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Munich to Bochum can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £100.
The train journey from Munich to Bochum covers a distance of 486 km and takes approximately 5h 14m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Munich to Bochum is 486 km.
The first train from Munich to Bochum leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Munich to Bochum departs at 23:58.
Trains from Munich to Bochum run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Munich and Bochum. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Munich to Bochum, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich to Bochum.
The train station in Munich that goes to Bochum is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Bochum Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Bochum is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Munich 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 Munich to Bochum offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Bavarian countryside, picturesque villages, and industrial areas, making it moderately scenic.
A day trip from Munich to Bochum is not feasible due to the travel duration of 5h 14m. However, with a frequency of 10 trips per day for trains, you have multiple options for planning a longer visit over several days. The distance between the cities is 486 km.
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 Munich to Bochum.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Bochum
Munich
Bochum
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Bochum.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
Hotel
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
Hotel
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
The major train station for arrivals in Bochum is Bochum Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bochum Hbf for your journey to Bochum from Munich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
- TwinTower
- Holzfaß
- Steakhaus El Rancho
- Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Hotel
- Ostmeier
- Art Hotel Tucholsky
- Hotel Kolpinghaus
- Mercure Hotel Bochum City
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- McDonald's
- Akropolis
- Altstadtgrill
- Pizzalok
Hotel
- Beckmannshof
- Kolpinghaus
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