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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Bochum is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Bochum is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Bochum central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Bochum Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Bochum?

The distance between Heidelberg and Bochum is 353 km. The road distance is 315.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Bochum without a car is to train via Duisburg which takes 3h 24m and costs €35 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Heidelberg to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Bochum bus from?

Heidelberg to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Bochum train from?

Heidelberg to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Bochum?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Bochum is to train via Duisburg which takes 3h 24m and costs €35 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Bochum bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bochum central station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Bochum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Bochum is 315 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Heidelberg to Bochum.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Bochum?

Book your Heidelberg to Bochum bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Heidelberg to Bochum - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Heidelberg to Bochum by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train via Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain 47 / ...
3h 24m
€35–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Bochum central stationbus N965
5h 54m
€26–45
Drive 315.1 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Bochumcar 315.1 km
2h 45m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Bochum Hbftrain
3h 45m
€116–260
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Heidelberg, Seegarten to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftram Rnv 5
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Bochum Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 18m
€65–247
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Bochum Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 30m
€65–260

Heidelberg to Bochum by train

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Distance: 353.1 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Duisburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–220 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Bochum central station once daily. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 5h 54m.

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