How to travel from Bochum to Brussels

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bochum to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a flight costs an average of $674.

Distance: 131 miles (212 km)

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Driving

$56

Average price

$42

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Cheapest

$674

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$50

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 42m

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Fastest

3h 12m

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30m

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6h 44m

Average total duration

6h 14m

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30m

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4h 39m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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2h 0m

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3h 5m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $42 (€35).

This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Brussels:

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Brussels costing on average $56 (€46).

A bus is $632 (€517) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Brussels costing on average $674 (€551).

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Bus takes on average 6h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bochum and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bochum to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 39m by flight vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $674 (€551) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bochum to Brussels

How to get from Bochum to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bochum to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 PM6h20
    Bochum, Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 PM6h20
    Bochum, Hbf
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH79+Brussels AirlinesLH5588
    6:10 AM3h20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:30 AMBrussels Airport
    $3941One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn30759 · ICE 513 · ICE 316
    6:21 AM5h05
    Bochum Hbf
    11:26 AMBrussels-North
    $1011One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn89889 · 26430 · 18966 · IC 544
    5:51 PM5h09
    Bochum Hbf
    11:00 PMBrussels-Midi
    $1041One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn89895 · 26436 · 18978 · IC 2827
    8:51 PM8h56
    Bochum Hbf
    5:47 AMBrussels-Midi
    $1041One-way
    3 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2031+Brussels AirlinesLH5628
    6:20 AM4h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:20 AMBrussels Airport
    $2841One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2001+Brussels AirlinesLH5580
    8:30 AM4h40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:10 PMBrussels Airport
    $2841One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1703
    6:25 AM3h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:50 AMBrussels Airport
    $3211One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bochum to Brussels

Travel to Brussels easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bochum to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bochum and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $38 (€31).

This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Brussels:

A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Brussels costing on average $56 (€46).

A bus is $636 (€520) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Brussels costing on average $674 (€551).

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Bus takes on average 4h 58m.

The distance from Bochum to Brussels is approximately 131 miles (212 km).
The average frequency per day from Bochum to Brussels is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bochum and Brussels as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bochum to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bochum Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bochum, Hbf and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bochum to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bochum to Brussels:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bochum to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.

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