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Compare bus, train, and flight for Schiphol to Bochum
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $223.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $351 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Schiphol to Bochum:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Bochum costing on average $43 (€35).
A bus is $327 (€268) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schiphol to Bochum costing on average $351 (€288).
Other travel options to Bochum take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Bus takes on average 5h 43m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€8). The journey takes 4h 30m versus 2h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Bochum
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Trains from Schiphol to Bochum run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Trains from Schiphol to Bochum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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 Schiphol to Bochum
Most Schiphol to Bochum trains use the Schiphol Airport to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz. Use this guide to compare Schiphol and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bochum station do trains from Schiphol arrive at?
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 from Bochum city centre
Bochum-Langendreer is 7 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Langendreer train station facilities and services
Bochum-Langendreer 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: Flora, Mount Kailash, Nikolaus Grill, Landau
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Langendreer. ATMs are available at Bochum-Langendreer.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Langendreer. Information desks are available at Bochum-Langendreer.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Langendreer. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum-Langendreer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum-Langendreer: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Langendreer.
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