The average train between Bochum and Nantes takes 9h 21m and the fastest train takes 8h 55m. 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 3 times a day between Bochum and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, 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 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



8h 55m • 3 changes



8h 58m • 3 changes



9h • 3 changes



8h 59m • 3 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Nantes station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.
Bochum to Nantes train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Nantes train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Bochum to Nantes train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bochum and Nantes is 791.8 km. The road distance is 1,016 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Nantes via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 8m.