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

The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Bochum is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heerlen to Bochum is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Heerlen and Bochum?

No, there is no direct bus from Heerlen to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Heerlen, Zandweg and arriving at Südviertel, Essen via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Heerlen and Bochum?

No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Heerlen and arriving at Bochum Hbf via Herzogenrath and Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Heerlen to Bochum?

The distance between Heerlen and Bochum is 144 km. The road distance is 129.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heerlen to Bochum without a car is to train via Düsseldorf which takes 2h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Heerlen to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Bochum bus from?

Heerlen to Bochum bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Heerlen, Zandweg station.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Bochum train from?

Heerlen to Bochum train services, operated by National Express, depart from Herzogenrath station.

Train or bus from Heerlen to Bochum?

The best way to get from Heerlen to Bochum is to train via Düsseldorf which takes 2h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Heerlen to Bochum bus arrive?

Heerlen to Bochum bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen, Bushof station.

Where does the Heerlen to Bochum train arrive?

Heerlen to Bochum train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Heerlen to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Heerlen to Bochum is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Heerlen to Bochum.

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

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

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Train via Düsseldorf
best
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 37m
Drive 129.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Heerlen to Bochumcar 129.8 km
1h 30m
€23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heerlen, Zandweg to Aachen, Bushofbus 44
2. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
3h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Bochum Hbftrain 14
2h 47m
€24–107
Train #2
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
3h 26m
€33–150

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Distance: 143.8 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Heerlen to Bochum Hbf via Herzogenrath, Duesseldorf Hbf, and Düsseldorf Hbf in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heerlen, Zandweg to Bochum Hbf via Aachen, Bushof, Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Südviertel, Essen, and Essen Hbf in around 3h 15m.

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