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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Giethoorn is to bus and train which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Giethoorn is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Giethoorn?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Giethoorn. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Steenwijk via Essen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Bochum to Giethoorn?

The distance between Bochum and Giethoorn is 249 km. The road distance is 198.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Giethoorn without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Bochum to Giethoorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Giethoorn train from?

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

Where does the Bochum to Giethoorn train arrive?

Bochum to Giethoorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Giethoorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Giethoorn is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Bochum to Giethoorn.

Where can I stay near Giethoorn?

There are 617+ hotels available in Giethoorn.

Bochum to Giethoorn - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bochum to Giethoorn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 77
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Steenwijktrain
5h 6m
€37–127
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Arnhem Central Stationbus 056
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Steenwijktrain
5h 13m
€26–49
Drive 198.1 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Giethoorncar 198.1 km
2h 45m
€36–51

Bochum to Giethoorn by train and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Giethoorn, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Giethoorn, Groene Kruis via Essen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle, Steenwijk, and Steenwijk, Station in around 5h 6m.

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