What is the cheapest way to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum?

The cheapest way to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum?

The fastest way to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs €55 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Essen-Altenessen and Bochum?

No, there is no direct train from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Essen Altenessen Bf and arriving at Bochum Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum?

The distance between Essen-Altenessen and Bochum is 20 km. The road distance is 18.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum without a car is to subway and train which takes 20 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum?

It takes approximately 20 min to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen-Altenessen to Bochum train from?

Essen-Altenessen to Bochum train services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, depart from Essen Altenessen Bf station.

Where does the Essen-Altenessen to Bochum train arrive?

Essen-Altenessen to Bochum train services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen-Altenessen to Bochum is 19 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum.

Where can I stay near Bochum?

There are 2200+ hotels available in Bochum.

Essen-Altenessen to Bochum - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen-Altenessen to Bochum by subway, train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Essen Altenessen Bf to Essen Hbfsubway U11 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
20 min
Line 302 tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Rathaustram 302
45 min
€2–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen Altenessen Bf to Essen Hbfbus U11 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
35 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen-Altenessen to Bochumtaxi 18.8 km
19 min
€55–70
Drive 18.8 km
1. Drive from Essen-Altenessen to Bochumcar 18.8 km
19 min
€3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Altenessen Bf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Rb32 / ...
2. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Westtrain Rb
48 min
€6–14

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Distance: 20.2 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Essen-Altenessen, Germany and Bochum, Germany?

Bogestra operates a vehicle from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Rathaus every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €1–3 and the journey takes 34 min.

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