The average train between Bochum and Heidelberg takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Heidelberg. 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 2 hours between Bochum and Heidelberg. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bochum is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Heidelberg at 2:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Heidelberg station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Bochum to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Heidelberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Bochum to Heidelberg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Bochum and Heidelberg is 253.1 km. The road distance is 355 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €60–260 and the journey takes 2h 38m.