What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Bochum central station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Bochum Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Bochum is 275 km. The road distance is 232.4 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum without a car is to train via Essen Hbf which takes 2h 10m and costs €45 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum is to train via Essen Hbf which takes 2h 10m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bochum central station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum is 232 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum?

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Essen Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2h 10m
€49–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bochum central stationbus N965 / ...
4h 15m
€20–35
Drive 232.4 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochumcar 232.4 km
2h 10m
€33–48
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Bochum Hbftrain
2h 41m
€103–173
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bochum Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 23m
€50–220

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bochum by train

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Distance: 275.5 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Bochum, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–210 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bochum central station twice daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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