- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$246
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Paris will cost around $246 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
It's difficult to get from Bochum to Paris without transferring at least once.
ICE 107 · ICE 9572
ICE 29 · ICE 517+
TGV 9552
ICE 105+
TGV 9552
ICE 29 · ICE 517+
TGV 9552
ICE 107 · ICE 9572
ICE 105+
TGV 9552Trains from Bochum to Paris run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 281 miles (453 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 281 miles (453 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Paris trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 105+ TGV 9552 | On time 9:48 AM Bochum Hbf | 7h02 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
26814+ 9450 | 10:55 AM Bochum Hbf | 5h10 | 4:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 · ICE 9572 | On time 11:48 AM Bochum Hbf | 6h28 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:24 PM Bochum Hbf | 5h52 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bochum to Paris trains use the Bochum Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Paris 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-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.
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 options include: TwinTower, Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum West. ATMs are available at Bochum West.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum West. Information desks are available at Bochum West.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum West.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Hotel Fey, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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