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Museum unter Tage
One of Germany's leading art museums, known for major modern and contemporary works and a refined setting in Bochum's cultural quarter.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bochum will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 16 trains from Dortmund to Bochum, including 16 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 11 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.
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Trains from Dortmund to Bochum run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dortmund to Bochum.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bochum trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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89706 | 6:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 6:18 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26702 | 6:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 6:31 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 6:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 6:46 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26806 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h09 | 6:54 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 6:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 7:16 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89708 | 7:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 7:18 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26704 | 7:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 7:31 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 7:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 7:46 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26808 | 7:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h09 | 7:54 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 7:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 8:16 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89710 | 8:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 8:18 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26706 | 8:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 8:31 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 8:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 8:46 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26810 | 8:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 8:55 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 8:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h23 | 9:16 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89712 | 9:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 9:18 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 946 | On time 9:13 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 9:24 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 105 | On time 9:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 9:47 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 644 | On time 10:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 10:26 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:27 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 12:37 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 942 | On time 1:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 1:24 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 | On time 1:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 1:47 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 940 | On time 3:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 3:24 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 201 | On time 3:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h11 | 3:47 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:27 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 4:37 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:27 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h10 | 8:37 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of Germany's leading art museums, known for major modern and contemporary works and a refined setting in Bochum's cultural quarter.
Major industrial heritage museum at a former mine, with underground tours and exhibits that explain Ruhr coal mining vividly and authentically.
Railway museum with historic locomotives, rolling stock, and a broad outdoor site that appeals to transport fans and families alike.
Large central park with paths, lawns, and cultural neighbors, making it one of Bochum's best places for a relaxed walk or break.
Former industrial site turned urban park around the Jahrhunderthalle, popular for architecture walks, festivals, and Ruhr landscape photography.
Scenic lake area on Bochum's edge with promenade sections, greenery, and leisure atmosphere, favored by locals for easy outdoor escapes.
A classic Ruhr dish of curried sausage with fries. It is a beloved quick meal across Bochum and reflects the region’s working-class snack culture.
A hearty potato pancake traditionally served with apple sauce or beet syrup. It is common in North Rhine-Westphalia and popular at markets and pubs.
Pickled herring in a creamy sauce with apple and onion, often served with potatoes. It is a traditional northern and western German comfort dish.
Well-known fine dining restaurant with creative modern cuisine and polished service in Bochum. Best for a refined meal and seasonal tasting menus.
Historic traditional venue serving hearty German and Ruhr-style dishes in a classic brewery atmosphere. A strong choice for local comfort food.
Popular casual stop for classic currywurst and fries. It is known locally for quick Ruhrgebiet street food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and casual meals stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Most Dortmund to Bochum trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Bochum Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
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.
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