What is the cheapest way to get from Bochum to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Calais is to bus and train via Brussels which costs €40 - €85 and takes 9h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bochum to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Calais is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Calais. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Aachen, Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Bochum to Calais?

The distance between Bochum and Calais is 527 km. The road distance is 415.9 km.

How do I travel from Bochum to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Bochum to Calais without a car is to train via Aachen which takes 7h 24m and costs €90 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Bochum to Calais?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Bochum to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Calais train from?

Bochum to Calais train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Where does the Bochum to Calais train arrive?

Bochum to Calais train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Calais is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Bochum to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Bochum to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Bochum to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bochum to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar, TGV)

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Train via Aachen
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 24m
€93–303
Bus, train via Brussels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus 328 / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 29m
€44–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniersbus
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 55m
€56–107
Drive 415.9 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Calaiscar 415.9 km
4h 12m
€65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
7h 29m
€105–254
Train #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
7h 42m
€124–234

Bochum to Calais by train and bus

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Distance: 526.8 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Calais Ville via Aachen, Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Rue De Tournai, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 24m.

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