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

The cheapest way to get from Venlo to Bochum is to bus which costs €6 - €10 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Venlo to Bochum is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Venlo and Bochum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Venlo Station station and arriving at Bochum central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Venlo and Bochum?

No, there is no direct train from Venlo to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Venlo and arriving at Bochum Hbf via Viersen Bahnhof and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Venlo to Bochum?

The distance between Venlo and Bochum is 94 km. The road distance is 81.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Venlo to Bochum without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €10 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Venlo to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venlo to Bochum bus from?

Venlo to Bochum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venlo Station.

Where do I catch the Venlo to Bochum train from?

Venlo to Bochum train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Venlo station.

Train or bus from Venlo to Bochum?

The best way to get from Venlo to Bochum is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €10 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €10 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Venlo to Bochum bus arrive?

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

Where does the Venlo to Bochum train arrive?

Venlo to Bochum train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Viersen station.

Can I drive from Venlo to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Venlo to Bochum is 81 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Venlo to Bochum.

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

Book your Venlo to Bochum train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bochum?

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Venlo to Bochum - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Venlo to Viersentrain
2. Take the train from Viersen Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
1h 30m
€11–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Venlo Station to Bochum central stationbus 023
1h 45m
€6–10
Drive 81.4 km
1. Drive from Venlo to Bochumcar 81.4 km
53 min
€15–22
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Venlo to Duesseldorf Hbftrain 20097 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
1h 52m
€17–63

Venlo to Bochum by train

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Distance: 93.6 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Venlo to Bochum Hbf via Viersen, Viersen Bahnhof, and Duisburg Hbf in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Venlo Station to Bochum central station once daily. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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