The average train between Kassel and Bochum takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Kassel 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 hourly between Kassel and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kassel is at 6:39 PM which arrives into Bochum at 9:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Kassel station and arriving at Bochum station via Bochum Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Kassel to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.
Kassel to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Kassel to Bochum train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), National Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kassel and Bochum is 159.5 km. The road distance is 234 km.
National Express operates a train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Bochum Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 2h 28m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 5 times a day.