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Trip Overview

The average train between Bochum and Leeuwarden takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Leeuwarden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 15m
Duration
301 km
Distance
€46
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Bochum to Leeuwarden train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Bochum and Leeuwarden. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Leeuwarden at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Duisburg Hbf and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10h 32m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10h 32m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 49m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 48m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 49m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 48m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 49m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bochum to Leeuwarden? 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.

Map of how to get from Bochum to Leeuwarden.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 301.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Leeuwarden, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Leeuwarden via Duisburg Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 4h 23m.

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