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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Xanten is to drive which costs €10 - €15 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Xanten is to drive which takes 58 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Xanten?

No, there is no direct bus from Bochum to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Bochum Rathaus and arriving at Xanten Gymnasium via Recklinghausen Hbf, Dorsten Recklinghäuser Tor and Wesel Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Xanten?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Bochum to Xanten?

The distance between Bochum and Xanten is 79 km. The road distance is 71.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Xanten without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Bochum to Xanten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Xanten bus from?

Bochum to Xanten bus services, operated by Bogestra, depart from Bochum Rathaus station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Xanten train from?

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

Train or bus from Bochum to Xanten?

The best way to get from Bochum to Xanten is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Bochum to Xanten bus arrive?

Bochum to Xanten bus services, operated by Bogestra, arrive at Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf station.

Where does the Bochum to Xanten train arrive?

Bochum to Xanten train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Xanten is 71 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Bochum to Xanten.

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

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Bochum to Xanten - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bochum to Xanten by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
2h 4m
Drive 71.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bochum to Xantencar 71.1 km
58 min
€11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum Rathaus to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbfbus 368
2. Take the bus from Recklinghausen Hbf to Dorsten Willy-Brandt-Ringbus Ne3
3. Take the bus from Dorsten Recklinghäuser Tor to Wesel Bahnhofbus X05
4. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Xanten Gymnasiumbus X27 / ...
3h 52m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bochum to Xantentaxi 71.1 km
58 min
€200–240
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Steele S to Wesel Bahnhoftrain Re49
2. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Xanten Gymnasiumbus X27 / ...
2h 50m
€16–27

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Distance: 79.1 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Xanten, Germany?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bochum Rathaus to Xanten Gymnasium via Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, Recklinghausen Hbf, Recklinghausen Hbf, Dorsten Willy-Brandt-Ring, Dorsten Recklinghäuser Tor, and Wesel Bahnhof in around 3h 52m.

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