- Must visit
Schifffahrtsmuseum Kiel
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Kiel will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bochum for Kiel on Wed, Aug 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€105 Average price | €472 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Kiel:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Kiel costing on average €105.
A bus is €399 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Kiel costing on average €472.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 47m.
Bus takes on average 6h 45m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (4h 47m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around €105 compared to roughly €66 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Kiel trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:10 AM Bochum | 5h11 | 12:21 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bochum to Kiel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Kiel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kiel trip today.
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Open-air museum site near Kiel with historic rural buildings and cultural exhibitions. Worth visiting for regional architecture and traditions.
Art museum of Kiel University with European paintings, prints, and sculptures. A strong stop for classical and modern art near the fjord.
Kiel's central waterfront promenade. Ideal for harbor walks, ferry watching, events, and easy access to shops and maritime sights.
Canal-side viewing area in Holtenau for watching ships enter and leave the Kiel Canal. One of the city's best free maritime viewpoints.
Main pedestrian shopping street linking central Kiel highlights. A practical and lively place to explore the rebuilt city center.
Smoked eel from the Baltic region, traditionally served simply to highlight local fishing heritage and the salty coastal flavor of Schleswig-Holstein.
A hearty northern German stew of pears, beans, and bacon, loved in Schleswig-Holstein for its sweet-salty mix and late-summer harvest tradition.
Kale slow-cooked with sausage or pork, a classic winter dish across northern Germany and a staple of cold-season gatherings in Kiel.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining with modern regional cuisine, refined tasting menus, and polished service in a special-occasion setting.
Historic waterside restaurant known for northern German seafood and local classics in a traditional harbor atmosphere.
Established harbor restaurant focused on fish and maritime specialties, with panoramic fjord views and a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable for a port city.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up, and leave small change at cafes.
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Kiel Hbf -> Kiel City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Kiel 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 Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bochum to Kiel trains use the Bochum Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Bochum-Langendreer West is 6 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Langendreer West 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 options include: Angela Grill, Flora, Pizzeria Romantica, Nikolaus Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. ATMs are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Information desks are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Bochum-Ehrenfeld is 1 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Ehrenfeld 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 options include: Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Sortie, Mandragora, Farina
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Hotel City West.
Kiel 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 options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
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