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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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 | Bochum Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Bochum to Essen: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bochum - Essen
How much does a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Bochum to Essen is R 152. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bochum to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Bochum to Essen?
A train trip between Bochum and Essen is around 10m, although the fastest train will take about 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 15 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Bochum and Essen?
The number of trains from Bochum to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bochum to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Bochum to Essen?
When taking the train from Bochum to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bochum to Essen was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bochum to Essen as early as possible.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bochum to Essen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Bochum and Essen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bochum to Essen and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
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