The average train between Bochum and Lille takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Lille. 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 Lille. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bochum is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Lille at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum to Lille? 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 Lille. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Lille station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Bochum to Lille train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Lille train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Bochum to Lille train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Lille is 305.5 km. The road distance is 417 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Lille Europe via Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 15m.