The cheapest and fastest trains from Bochum to Dortmund Airport
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Dortmund Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Dortmund Airport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bochum for Dortmund Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:10 AM0h43Bochum8:53 AMDortmund Airport$261One-way0 transfers
7:10 AM0h43Bochum7:53 AMDortmund Airport$371One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM0h43Bochum8:53 AMDortmund Airport$261One-way0 transfers
7:10 AM0h43Bochum7:53 AMDortmund Airport$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Bochum to Dortmund Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Dortmund Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dortmund Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 45m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.82 (€-21.13). The journey takes 45m versus 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bochum to Dortmund Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Dortmund Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 206 · IC 2443 · 52831 | On time 8:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 1h07 | 9:17 AM Holzwickede station | 2 transfers | |
26809 · 52833 | 9:03 AM Bochum Hbf | 1h15 | 10:18 AM Holzwickede station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bochum to Dortmund Airport
Trains from Bochum to Dortmund Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 16:40. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 4:40 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Bochum to Dortmund Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Dortmund Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bochum to Dortmund Airport
Most Bochum to Dortmund Airport trains use the Bochum Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Dortmund Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bochum Hbf from Bochum city centre
Bochum Hbf train station facilities and services
Bochum Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Getting to Bochum West from Bochum city centre
Bochum West train station facilities and services
Bochum West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TwinTower, Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum West. ATMs are available at Bochum West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum West. Information desks are available at Bochum West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Hotel Fey, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus.
Getting to Wattenscheid from Bochum city centre
Wattenscheid is 5 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Wattenscheid train station facilities and services
Wattenscheid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Akropolis, Altstadtgrill, Pizzalok
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wattenscheid. ATMs are available at Wattenscheid.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wattenscheid. Information desks are available at Wattenscheid.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wattenscheid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wattenscheid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wattenscheid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wattenscheid.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beckmannshof, Kolpinghaus.
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Getting to Dortmund-Scharnhorst from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund-Scharnhorst is 5 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Scharnhorst train station facilities and services
Dortmund-Scharnhorst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: S&E Café, S&E Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
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