The cheapest and fastest trains from Lübeck to Bochum
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lübeck to Bochum will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lübeck for Bochum on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lübeck to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price | €140 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lübeck to Bochum train times
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Bochum trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:37 PM Lübeck | 5h06 | 7:43 PM Bochum | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lübeck to Bochum
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Erixx from Lübeck to Bochum trainsDeutsche Bahn, Erixx trains will get you between Lübeck and Bochum from $27 (€22). 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.
Erixx
FAQs: Trains from Lübeck to Bochum

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lübeck to Bochum
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- 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
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