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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Frankfurt Hbf | Bochum Central Station | Cheapest | |||||
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | FRA Frankfurt airport | Bochum Central Station | No tags | |||||
| Frankfurt Süd | Bochum Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | FRA Frankfurt airport | Bochum Central Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bochum. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Bochum?
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bochum?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum start from R 589. The average price for this train route is around R 1 816. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum is 2h 47m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Bochum route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:45.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 791To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 791 to R 2 811 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bochum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 791, which is on 2025-12-14.
