The average train between Bochum and Groningen takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Bochum to Groningen. 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 hourly between Bochum and Groningen. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Groningen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum to Groningen? 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 Groningen. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Groningen station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Bochum to Groningen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Bochum to Groningen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Groningen station.
Book your Bochum to Groningen train tickets online with National Express, VIAS Rail GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Groningen is 198.2 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Groningen via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 4h 10m.