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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Bochum station to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Bochum central station and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Bochum to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Bochum and Köln Hbf is 98 km. The road distance is 80.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs €18 - €80.

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

The train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 1h including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Bochum to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Bochum to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 1h and costs €18 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Bochum to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Bochum to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Bochum to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bochum to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Köln Hbf is 81 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Bochum to Köln Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Bochum to Köln Hbf?

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

Bochum to Köln Hbf - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Bochum to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h
€18–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bochum to Colognerideshare 80 km
1h 24m
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Leverkusenbus N1360a / ...
2. Take the bus from Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbfbus Sb25
2h 24m
€10–16
Drive 80.9 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Köln Hbfcar 80.9 km
53 min
€12–17

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Distance: 98.4 km
Duration: 1h

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–80 and the journey takes 1h. National Express also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bochum central station to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Leverkusen and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 2h 24m.

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