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Compare train and bus for Greifswald to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 314 miles (506 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€68 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest |
7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 15m Average total duration 17h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greifswald to Bochum
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 314 miles (506 km) |
Average train duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:44 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Greifswald to Bochum start from as low as $40 (€33) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $83 (€68) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Greifswald to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Greifswald and Bochum from $40 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 44m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€33)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Greifswald to Bochum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greifswald 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.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bochum, allowing time to visit the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum, enjoy the botanical garden, and experience the vibrant nightlife.
A day trip from Greifswald to Bochum is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 44m, covering a distance of 314 miles (506 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
Train ticket prices from Greifswald to Bochum can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $40 (€33), while the average price is around $83 (€68).
The train from Greifswald to Bochum takes 6h 44m and runs 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Greifswald to Bochum is by train, with a cost of around $40 (€33).
The last train from Greifswald to Bochum leaves at 11:44 PM.
The first train from Greifswald to Bochum leaves at 12:14 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Greifswald to Bochum.
Yes, you can take the train from Greifswald to Bochum.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Greifswald to Bochum.
The distance by train from Greifswald to Bochum is 314 miles (506 km).
The train station in Greifswald that goes to Bochum is Greifswald station, which connects to Bochum Hbf.
The train journey from Greifswald to Bochum is moderately scenic, offering views of the charming Mecklenburg-Vorpommern countryside, passing through lush landscapes and quaint towns, although much of the route focuses on urban and industrial areas as it approaches Bochum.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Greifswald to Bochum
Greifswald
Bochum
The major train station for departures in Greifswald is Greifswald. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greifswald for your trip from Greifswald to Bochum.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 13:00 - 12:15 17:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 13:00 - 12:15 17:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 13:00 - 12:15 17:00
- Thursday: 07:00 13:00 - 12:15 17:00
- Friday: 07:00 13:00 - 12:15 17:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 17:00
- Sunday: 08:00 13:00 - 12:30 15:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Alter Speicher
- Stadtbäckerei Junge
- Caféhaus Marimar
- Fritz Braugasthaus
Hotel
- Hotel Adler
- Alter Speicher
- Hotel am Dom
- Kronprinz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Hanse Haus
- Can Grill
- Küche Am Gorzberg
- DIE SPEISEWERFT.
Hotel
- Mercure Hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Bochum is Bochum Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bochum Hbf for your journey to Bochum from Greifswald.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- TwinTower
- Holzfaß
- Steakhaus El Rancho
- Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Hotel
- Ostmeier
- Art Hotel Tucholsky
- Hotel Kolpinghaus
- Mercure Hotel Bochum City
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