How far is Cologne from Bochum by coach?

The journey from Bochum to Cologne by coach covers an approximate distance of 40 miles (65 km).

Is there a way to reach Cologne from Bochum without a car?

You can reach Cologne from Bochum by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Bochum to Cologne from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bochum to Cologne on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:15	Wittener Str.	2h 30m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:20	Wittener Str.	2h 45m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Bochum to Cologne on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Wittener Str.	2h 25m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	06:20	Wittener Str.	1h 50m	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Wittener Str.	2h 45m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	21:15	Wittener Str.	2h 30m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Bochum to Cologne on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Wittener Str.	2h 25m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	06:20	Wittener Str.	1h 50m	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Wittener Str.	2h 45m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Wittener Str.	2h 10m	22:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	21:15	Wittener Str.	2h 30m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Bochum to Cologne on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Wittener Str.	2h 25m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	06:20	Wittener Str.	1h 50m	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Wittener Str.	2h 45m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Wittener Str.	2h 10m	22:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	21:15	Wittener Str.	2h 30m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Bochum to Cologne on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Wittener Str.	2h 25m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	06:20	Wittener Str.	1h 50m	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Wittener Str.	2h 45m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Wittener Str.	2h 10m	22:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	21:10	Wittener Str.	2h 30m	23:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bochum to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

1hAverage duration

40 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £11	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £38	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £7	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bochum and Cologne?

Stops in Bochum

A
Wittener Str.
Wittener Str. 38, 44789 Bochum, Germany
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B
Hbf Omnibus HST Umfahrt
Nordring, 44787 Bochum, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

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FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11422 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bochum to Cologne

How far is Cologne from Bochum by coach?
The journey from Bochum to Cologne by coach covers an approximate distance of 40 miles (65 km).
Is there a way to reach Cologne from Bochum without a car?
You can reach Cologne from Bochum by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/11

£6

23/11

£7

Today

£5

25/11

£5

26/11

£5

27/11

£5

28/11

No data

29/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Bochum to Cologne was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bochum to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £7 for a bus ticket from Bochum to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-27.