The average train between Bochum and Edinburgh takes 12h 25m and the fastest train takes 10h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Edinburgh. 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 every 4 hours between Bochum and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 1:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 2:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Aachen, Hbf and take an average of 12h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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10h 34m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.
Bochum to Edinburgh train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Edinburgh train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Bochum to Edinburgh train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Edinburgh is 845.1 km. The road distance is 1,317 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Edinburgh Waverley via Aachen, Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 11h 44m.