What is the cheapest way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bochum Ehrenfeld and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Bochum and Essen Hbf is 16 km. The road distance is 17.8 km.

How do I travel from Bochum to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €13.

How long does it take to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

The train from Bochum Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Essen Hbf bus from?

Bochum to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bochum central station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Essen Hbf train from?

Bochum to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Bochum to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Bochum to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Bochum to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Bochum to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Essen Hbf is 18 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Bochum to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

Book your Bochum to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

Book your Bochum to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2784+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Bochum to Essen Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bochum and Essen Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bochum to Essen Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bochum to Essen Hbf by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
12 min
€1–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum Ehrenfeld to Essen Hbfbus S1
50 min
€4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bochum to Essen Hbftaxi 17.8 km
15 min
€50–65
Drive 17.8 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Essen Hbfcar 17.8 km
15 min
€3–4
Line 081 bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
1h
€1–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bochum to Essenrideshare 18.4 km
39 min
€2

Bochum to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 15.9 km
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Essen Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €2–13 and the journey takes 12 min. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Bochum Ehrenfeld to Essen Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 46 min.

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