The average train between Bochum and Nantes takes 9h 18m and the fastest train takes 7h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Nantes. 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 5 times a day between Bochum and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bochum is at 4:55 PM which arrives into Nantes at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 9h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 59m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bochum to Nantes? 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 Nantes. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf station and arriving at Nantes station via Köln Hbf station and Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.
Bochum to Nantes train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.
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The distance between Bochum and Nantes is 791.8 km. The road distance is 921 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Nantes via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 in around 8h 24m.