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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bochum to Essen
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €40
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €40
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 11 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 14 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Essen will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Bochum to Essen, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
267068:33 AM 0h12 Bochum Hbf 8:45 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers- 30764
8:43 AM 0h15 Bochum Hbf 8:58 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - S1
8:02 AM 0h19 Bochum Hbf 8:21 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - 89710
8:19 AM 0h11 Bochum Hbf 8:30 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers 
313058:13 AM 0h14 Bochum Hbf 8:27 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
- 89710
8:19 AM 0h11 Bochum Hbf 8:30 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - 26706
8:33 AM 0h12 Bochum Hbf 8:45 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - 31305
8:13 AM 0h14 Bochum Hbf 8:27 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - 30764
8:43 AM 0h15 Bochum Hbf 8:58 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - S1
8:02 AM 0h19 Bochum Hbf 8:21 AM Essen Hbf €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bochum to Essen
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Trains from Bochum to Essen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 10m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Bochum to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Essen trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixTrain | 4:39 PM Bochum Hbf | 0h09 | 4:48 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:39 PM Bochum Hbf | 0h09 | 8:48 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| S1 | 8:02 AM Bochum Hbf | 0h19 | 8:21 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 31305 | 8:13 AM Bochum Hbf | 0h14 | 8:27 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89710 | 8:19 AM Bochum Hbf | 0h11 | 8:30 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26706 | 8:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 0h12 | 8:45 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 30764 | 8:43 AM Bochum Hbf | 0h15 | 8:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bochum and Essen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Bochum to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bochum to Essen
Most Bochum to Essen trains use the Bochum Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen West. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bochum station do trains to Essen leave from?
Getting to Bochum Hbf from Bochum city centre
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.
Which Essen station do trains from Bochum arrive at?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen 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: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen West from Essen city centre
Essen West is 2 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen West train station facilities and services
Essen 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 and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Don Camillo, Lindos, Zur Platte, Arman Döner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen West. ATMs are available at Essen West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen West. Information desks are available at Essen West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include McDreams.
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