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

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Bochum is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Bochum is to train via Duisburg which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mannheim central bus station station and arriving at Bochum central station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim Hbf and arriving at Bochum Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Mannheim to Bochum?

The distance between Mannheim and Bochum is 336 km. The road distance is 306.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannheim to Bochum without a car is to train via Duisburg which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Mannheim to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Bochum bus from?

Mannheim to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mannheim central bus station.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Bochum train from?

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

Train or bus from Mannheim to Bochum?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Bochum is to train via Duisburg which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Mannheim to Bochum bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mannheim to Bochum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mannheim to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Bochum is 307 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Mannheim to Bochum.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Bochum?

There are 1995+ hotels available in Bochum.

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

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Train via Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 29m
€35–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Bochum central stationbus N27
6h 5m
€29–45
Drive 306.5 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to Bochumcar 306.5 km
2h 44m
€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 4m
€113–209
Train
1. Take the train from Mannheim Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 11m
€60–130
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln-Muelheimtrain Re
3. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Bochum Hbftrain Re
7h 15m

Mannheim to Bochum by train

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Distance: 335.8 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Duisburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Bochum central station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €29–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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