The average train between Bochum and Manchester takes 9h 31m and the fastest train takes 8h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Manchester. 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 3 hours between Bochum and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 1:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Manchester at 1:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Aachen, Hbf and take an average of 9h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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8h 24m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum to Manchester? 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 Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Manchester station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.
Bochum to Manchester train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Manchester train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bochum to Manchester train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Manchester is 677.1 km. The road distance is 984 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Manchester Piccadilly via Aachen, Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 9h 53m.