The average train between Castrop-Rauxel and Ruhr University Bochum takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 32 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Castrop-Rauxel to Ruhr University Bochum. 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 20 minutes between Castrop-Rauxel and Ruhr University Bochum. The earliest departure is at 3:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Castrop-Rauxel is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Ruhr University Bochum at 7:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Herne Bf and take an average of 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 13m • 1 change
33 min • 1 change
37 min • 1 change
34 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Castrop-Rauxel to Ruhr University Bochum? 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 Castrop-Rauxel to Ruhr University Bochum. However, there are services departing from Castrop-Rauxel station and arriving at Ruhr University Bochum station via Bochum Ruhr-Universität. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.
Castrop-Rauxel to Ruhr University Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Herne Bf station.
Castrop-Rauxel to Ruhr University Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bochum Ruhr-Universität station.
The distance between Castrop-Rauxel and Ruhr University Bochum is 13 km. The road distance is 20 km.
Bogestra operates a subway from Herne Bf to Bochum Ruhr-Universität every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €2–3 and the journey takes 24 min.