The average train between Hamm and Bottrop takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Hamm to Bottrop. 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 30 minutes between Hamm and Bottrop. The earliest departure is at 3:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Hamm is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Bottrop at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 8m • 1 change

1h 13m • 1 change

1h 16m • 1 change

1h 8m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Hamm to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Hamm station and arriving at Bottrop station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.
Hamm to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, depart from Hamm station.
Hamm to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bottrop Hbf station.
Book your Hamm to Bottrop train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamm and Bottrop is 64 km. The road distance is 77 km.
You can take a train from Hamm to Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 1h 8m.