The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 13 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Bochum Hbf on Tue, Feb 17, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 183 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price | €113 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf buses for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h35 | 6:00 AM Bochum, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h43 | 8:13 AM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h30 | 6:00 AM Bochum, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h58 | 8:13 AM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h12 | 3:37 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h37 | 3:37 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h45 | 8:15 PM Bochum, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h10 | 8:15 PM Bochum, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 19:15. The fastest bus covers the 183 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 183 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 19:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum HbfYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bochum Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum Hbf
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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