The average train between Ostend and Bochum takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Ostend 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 2 hours between Ostend and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Bochum at 12:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ostend to 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 Ostend to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Ostende station and arriving at Bochum Hbf station via Bruxelles-Midi station and Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Ostend to Bochum train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
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The distance between Ostend and Bochum is 299.3 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Bochum Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Koeln Hbf in around 5h 9m.