The average train between Bochum and Brussels takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Brussels. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bochum and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bochum is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Brussels at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Brussels station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Bochum to Brussels train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Brussels train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Bochum to Brussels train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and FlixTrain GmbH.
The distance between Bochum and Brussels is 211.9 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Brussels-Nord via Köln Hbf in around 4h 1m.