The average train between Bochum and Erlangen takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Erlangen. 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 Erlangen. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 4:48 PM which arrives into Erlangen at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf station and arriving at Nürnberg Hbf station via Nürnberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
Bochum to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.
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The distance between Bochum and Erlangen is 340.5 km. The road distance is 426 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–170 and the journey takes 4h 22m.