The cheapest and fastest trains from Bochum to Zwolle
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Zwolle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Zwolle will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bochum for Zwolle on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.




Live departures
Bochum to Zwolle train times
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Zwolle trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 513 · ICE 222 · IC 3622 · RE RS22 | Delayed 5:54 AM 5:48 AMBochum Hbf | 3h03 | 8:51 AM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 513 · ICE 222 · IC 3622 | Delayed 5:54 AM 5:48 AMBochum Hbf | 2h52 | 8:40 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · RB 20206 · IC 17934 · RE RS22 | 6:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h41 | 9:51 AM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 618 · RB 20206 · IC 17934 | 6:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h08 | 9:18 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 543 · RB 20258 · RE RS23 | Delayed 6:34 AM 6:33 AMBochum Hbf | 3h36 | 10:09 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 543 · RB 20258 · RE RS23 · RE RS22 | Delayed 6:34 AM 6:33 AMBochum Hbf | 3h48 | 10:21 AM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 208 · RB 20208 · IC 17938 | On time 7:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h08 | 10:18 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 220 · IC 3630 | 7:48 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h52 | 10:40 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 220 · IC 3630 · RE RS22 | 7:48 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h03 | 10:51 AM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 616 · RB 20210 · IC 17942 | 8:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h08 | 11:18 AM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 616 · RB 20210 · IC 17942 · RE RS22 | 8:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h41 | 11:51 AM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 545 · RB 20262 · RE RS23 | On time 8:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h36 | 12:09 PM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 545 · RB 20262 · RE RS23 · RE RS22 | On time 8:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h48 | 12:21 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
RE 89713 · RB 89972 · RB 20212 · IC 17946 | On time 8:40 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h38 | 12:18 PM Zwolle station | 3 transfers | |
RE 26811 · ICE 206 · RB 20212 · IC 17946 | On time 9:03 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h15 | 12:18 PM Zwolle station | 3 transfers | |
RE 26710 · ICE 128 · IC 3638 · RE RS22 | On time 9:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h18 | 12:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
RE 26710 · ICE 128 · IC 3638 | On time 9:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h07 | 12:40 PM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
RE 89715 · RB 89974 · RB 20214 · IC 17950 | On time 9:40 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h38 | 1:18 PM Zwolle station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1052+ VIA 20018 · VIA 21212+ IC 3642 | On time 10:03 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h37 | 1:40 PM Zwolle station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1052+ VIA 20018 · VIA 21212+ IC 3642 | On time 10:03 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h48 | 1:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 · RB 20214 · IC 17950 | Delayed 10:15 AM 10:10 AMBochum Hbf | 3h08 | 1:18 PM Zwolle station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 · RB 20214 · IC 17950 | Delayed 10:15 AM 10:10 AMBochum Hbf | 3h41 | 1:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 4 transfers | |
ICE 547 · RB 20266 · RE RS23 | On time 10:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h36 | 2:09 PM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 547 · RB 20266 · RE RS23 · RE RS22 | On time 10:33 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h48 | 2:21 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
ICE 202 · RB 20216 · IC 17954 | On time 11:10 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h08 | 2:18 PM Zwolle station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 · ICE 126 · IC 3646 · RE RS22 | On time 11:48 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h03 | 2:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
RE 26818+ VIA 20022 · VIA 21216+ IC 3650 | On time 11:55 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h56 | 3:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 4 transfers | |
RE 26817 · ICE 612 · RB 20218 · IC 17958 | On time 12:03 PM Bochum Hbf | 3h48 | 3:51 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 4 transfers | |
ICE 549 · RB 20270 · RE RS23 · RE RS22 | On time 12:33 PM Bochum Hbf | 3h48 | 4:21 PM Zwolle Stadshagen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bochum to Zwolle
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:51 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bochum to Zwolle start from as low as $20 (€16) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $46 (€37) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, National Express from Bochum to Zwolle trainsDeutsche Bahn, National Express trains will get you between Bochum and Zwolle from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
National Express
FAQs: Trains from Bochum to Zwolle
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bochum to Zwolle
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- TwinTower
- Holzfaß
- Steakhaus El Rancho
- Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
- Ostmeier
- Art Hotel Tucholsky
- Hotel Kolpinghaus
- Mercure Hotel Bochum City
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Stationsplein.
- De Librije
- Restaurant Poppe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Ter Borch
- Hotel Lumen Zwolle
- Bilderberg Grand Hotel Wientjes
- Located in the main hall
- 5,800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-12 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
- Available near the station entrance
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for bicycles and cars.
- 24 places, covered
- The station has a single platform serving the Kamperlijntje line.
- Bus: Several local bus lines connect to the station.
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