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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 The Hague to Bochum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Bochum will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from The Hague to Bochum without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 1147 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147
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IC 543 · ICE 125 · 26723
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IC 1745 · IC 3243 · 26823+
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IC 547 · IC 3047 · 26825+
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Trains from The Hague to Bochum run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 but you can travel from only $17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 2h 27m.
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The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Bochum trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 543 · ICE 125 · 26723 | 12:10 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h13 | 3:23 PM Bochum Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1745 · IC 3243+ 20025+ 26823 | 12:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h37 | 4:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3147+ 20027+ 26825 | 12:31 PM The Hague Centraal | 4h31 | 5:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1147 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 | On time 12:49 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h43 | 4:32 PM Bochum Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 547 · IC 3047+ 20027+ 26825 | 1:10 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h52 | 5:02 PM Bochum Hbf | 3 transfers |
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Trains from The Hague to Bochum with Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Bochum Hbf -> Dr.-Ruer-Platz, Bochum
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Most The Hague to Bochum trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Bochum Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wattenscheid. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Bochum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
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.
Wattenscheid is 5 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Wattenscheid 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: McDonald's, Akropolis, Altstadtgrill, Pizzalok
Wi-Fi is available at Wattenscheid. ATMs are available at Wattenscheid.
Ticket office support is available at Wattenscheid. Information desks are available at Wattenscheid.
Luggage storage is available at Wattenscheid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wattenscheid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wattenscheid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wattenscheid.
Nearby hotels include Beckmannshof, Kolpinghaus.
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz.
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