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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 6 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Bochum on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
7:10 AM1h59Frankfurt am Main Airport9:09 AMBochum$331One-way0 transfers- 7:48 AM2h14Frankfurt am Main Airport10:02 AMBochum$371One-way0 transfers
- 7:26 AM2h31Frankfurt am Main Airport9:57 AMBochum$501One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM1h59Frankfurt am Main Airport10:09 AMBochum$611One-way0 transfers
- 6:59 AM3h24Frankfurt am Main Airport10:23 AMBochum$721One-way0 transfers
- 6:11 AM1h58Frankfurt am Main Airport8:09 AMBochum$1271One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM1h59Frankfurt am Main Airport10:09 AMBochum$611One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 AM1h59Frankfurt am Main Airport9:09 AMBochum$331One-way0 transfers
- 7:48 AM2h14Frankfurt am Main Airport10:02 AMBochum$371One-way0 transfers
- 7:26 AM2h31Frankfurt am Main Airport9:57 AMBochum$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $112.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum costing on average $138 (€113).
Other travel options to Bochum take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 9m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 822 · ICE 847 | Delayed 6:31 AM 8:22 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 10:31 AM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1612 · IC 2204 · ICE 1547 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 10:57 AM Bochum Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 1049 · ICE 202 | On time 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h39 | 12:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 316 · 26813 | On time 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 11:02 AM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 614 | On time 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 11:09 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 926 · ICE 641 | On time 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h31 | 3:30 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 2:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 724 · 26721 | Delayed 10:29 AM 12:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h01 | 2:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 1645 · ICE 108 | Delayed 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h39 | 2:11 PM 2:11 PMBochum Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 314 · 26821 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 3:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 610 | On time 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 3:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 722 · 26723 | Delayed 11:29 AM 1:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h01 | 3:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 918 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h52 | 3:33 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 124 · 26823 | On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 4:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 228 · ICE 518 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h10 | 5:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 108 | Delayed 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 2:11 PM 2:11 PMBochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 720 · 26725 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h01 | 4:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 14 · 26825 | On time 2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 5:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 518 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 5:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 628 · ICE 643 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h08 | 5:30 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 916 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h52 | 5:33 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 122 · 26827 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 6:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 6:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 626 · 26729 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h01 | 6:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 216 | On time 4:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h26 | 7:06 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 12 · 26829 | On time 4:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 7:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 516 | On time 5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 7:09 PM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 920 | On time 11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h34 | 3:14 AM Bochum Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 6:11 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 1h58 | 8:09 AM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 4:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum from $16 (€13). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum 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 Bochum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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, Buddenbergplatz from Bochum city centre
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz train station facilities and services
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz.
Getting to Bochum-Langendreer West from Bochum city centre
Bochum-Langendreer West is 6 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Langendreer West train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Angela Grill, Flora, Pizzeria Romantica, Nikolaus Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. ATMs are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Information desks are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Langendreer West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum-Langendreer West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Langendreer West.
Most popular train connections from Frankfurt am Main Airport
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