The average train between Bochum and France takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to France. 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 3 times a day between Bochum and France. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 4:55 PM which arrives into France at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 55m • 2 changes


5h 53m • 2 changes


5h 57m • 2 changes


5h 56m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to France. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at France station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Bochum to France train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to France train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Bochum and France is 666.7 km. The road distance is 629 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Cité via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 38m.