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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Bochum
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 18
10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
10 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bochum will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from Dortmund to Bochum, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 10 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.
2:27 PM0h10Dortmund2:37 PMBochum€41One-way0 transfers- 7:27 PM0h10Dortmund7:37 PMBochum€61One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 PM0h10Dortmund6:37 PMBochum€61One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 PM0h10Dortmund8:00 PMBochum€71One-way0 transfers
- 3:27 PM0h10Dortmund3:37 PMBochum€81One-way0 transfers
- 3:27 PM0h10Dortmund3:37 PMBochum€81One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 PM0h10Dortmund8:00 PMBochum€71One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 PM0h10Dortmund7:37 PMBochum€61One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 PM0h10Dortmund6:37 PMBochum€61One-way0 transfers
- 2:27 PM0h10Dortmund2:37 PMBochum€41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 18 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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 Dortmund to Bochum:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Bochum costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Bochum take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
Live departures
Dortmund to Bochum train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bochum trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:10 AM Dortmund | 0h13 | 7:23 AM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:27 PM Dortmund | 0h10 | 2:37 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:27 PM Dortmund | 0h10 | 3:37 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:27 PM Dortmund | 0h10 | 6:37 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 PM Dortmund | 0h10 | 7:37 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 PM Dortmund | 0h10 | 8:00 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Bochum
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Trains from Dortmund to Bochum run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 10m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Dortmund to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Dortmund and Bochum from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Bochum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Bochum
Most Dortmund to Bochum trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wattenscheid. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Bochum leave from?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Getting to Dortmund-Kirchderne from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund-Kirchderne is 4 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Kirchderne train station facilities and services
Dortmund-Kirchderne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Florio
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Kirchderne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund-Kirchderne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund-Kirchderne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Kirchderne.
Which Bochum station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
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.
Getting to Wattenscheid from Bochum city centre
Wattenscheid is 5 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Wattenscheid train station facilities and services
Wattenscheid 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: McDonald's, Akropolis, Altstadtgrill, Pizzalok
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wattenscheid. ATMs are available at Wattenscheid.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wattenscheid. Information desks are available at Wattenscheid.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wattenscheid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wattenscheid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wattenscheid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wattenscheid.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beckmannshof, Kolpinghaus.
Getting to Bochum West from Bochum city centre
Bochum West train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: TwinTower, Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum West. ATMs are available at Bochum West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum West. Information desks are available at Bochum West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Hotel Fey, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus.
Most popular train connections from Dortmund
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