How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Bochum start from R 136. The average price for this train route is around R 392. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Bochum is 38m, covering a distance of 42 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Bochum route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Bochum departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:34.

Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Düsseldorf to Bochum from R 72 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:32	Duesseldorf Central	36m	07:08	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:00	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	32m	07:32	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:37	Hbf	35m	07:12	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	Train	07:00	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	32m	07:32	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	Train	06:41	Duesseldorf Central	42m	07:23	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:37	Hbf	35m	07:12	Bochum Central Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:00	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	32m	07:32	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:37	Hbf	36m	11:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	Train	07:00	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	32m	07:32	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	Train	06:41	Duesseldorf Central	42m	07:23	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:38	Hbf	35m	09:13	Bochum Central Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	13:30	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
Train	16:38	Hbf	35m	17:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Train	12:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	13:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Train	12:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	13:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:34	Duesseldorf Central	35m	07:09	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
Train	08:38	Hbf	35m	09:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Train	16:38	Hbf	35m	17:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:34	Duesseldorf Central	35m	07:09	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
Train	08:38	Hbf	35m	09:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Bochum on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:34	Duesseldorf Central	35m	07:09	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
Train	08:38	Hbf	35m	09:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags
Train	06:57	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	33m	07:30	Bochum Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Bochum

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bochum. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

40mAverage duration

43 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 141 - R 167	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 136 - R 799	Average duration38m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 62 - R 103	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Bochum?

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Bochum

A
Wittener Str.
Wittener Str. 38, 44789 Bochum, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Bochum by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Bochum start from R 136. The average price for this train route is around R 392. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Bochum is 38m, covering a distance of 42 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Bochum route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Bochum departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:34.
Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 135

10/12

R 135

Today

R 125

12/12

R 125

13/12

R 125

14/12

R 125

15/12

R 115

16/12

R 103

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Bochum was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 103

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

You can expect to pay from R 103 to R 1 099 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bochum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 103, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.