The average train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to 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 3 hours between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Bochum at 3:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station and arriving at Bochum station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.
Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), National Express and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum is 183.6 km. The road distance is 275 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–210 and the journey takes 1h 58m.