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| Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Bochum Central Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Bochum
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bochum. The journey takes about 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Bochum?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Bochum by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Dortmund to Bochum?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Bochum start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Bochum?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Bochum is 11m, covering a distance of 11 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Bochum route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Bochum?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Bochum departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 20:27.
Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Bochum?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Bochum?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Bochum was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £3To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Bochum as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £3 to £33 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Bochum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
