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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum
- Cheapest price on Nov 11
- €7
- Average ticket price on Nov 11
- €28
- Fastest journey on Nov 11
- 34 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 11
- 35 m
- Trains on Nov 11
- 21
- Distance
- 42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bochum will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 21 trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum, including 20 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
FlixTrain8:38 AM 0h35 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:13 AM Bochum Hbf €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 6208:38 PM 0h34 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:12 PM Bochum Hbf €7 1 One-way 0 transfers- ICE 26
8:33 PM 0h36 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:09 PM Bochum Hbf €7 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 622
7:39 PM 0h36 Düsseldorf Hbf 8:15 PM Bochum Hbf €10 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 545
8:48 AM 0h42 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:30 AM Bochum Hbf €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
- ICE 620
8:38 PM 0h34 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:12 PM Bochum Hbf €7 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 104
7:34 PM 0h35 Düsseldorf Hbf 8:09 PM Bochum Hbf €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 1036
9:08 AM 0h35 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:43 AM Bochum Hbf €35 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixTrain
8:38 AM 0h35 Düsseldorf Hbf 9:13 AM Bochum Hbf €7 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 622
7:39 PM 0h36 Düsseldorf Hbf 8:15 PM Bochum Hbf €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Bochum
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 33m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Bochum train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Bochum trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 108 · 26725 | Delayed 2:35 PM 3:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 0h49 | 4:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 11 | |||||
| 26709 | 7:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h47 | 8:23 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 826 · 26709 | 7:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h44 | 8:23 AM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 845 | On time 7:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h41 | 8:31 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89711 | 7:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h43 | 8:39 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26809 | 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h40 | 9:02 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h35 | 9:13 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 545 | On time 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h42 | 9:30 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89713 | 8:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h43 | 9:39 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1036 | On time 9:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h35 | 9:43 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26811 | 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h40 | 10:02 AM Bochum 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 Düsseldorf and Bochum
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FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Bochum
Most Düsseldorf to Bochum trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wattenscheid. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Bochum leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Bochum station do trains from Düsseldorf 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-Langendreer West from Bochum city centre
Bochum-Langendreer West is 6 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Langendreer West train station facilities and services
Bochum-Langendreer West 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: Angela Grill, Flora, Pizzeria Romantica, Nikolaus Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. ATMs are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Information desks are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
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