How to travel from Bochum to Leiden

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bochum to Leiden

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a bus costs an average of $28.

Distance: 125 miles (202 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Leiden is a bus with an average price of $28 (€22).

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

A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Leiden costing on average $87 (€71).

A bus is $713 (€583) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Leiden costing on average $741 (€605).

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

Bus takes on average 5h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bochum and Leiden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bochum to Leiden among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $87 (€71) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.88 (€-26.87). The journey takes 3h 11m versus 2h 56m 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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FAQs: Travel from Bochum to Leiden

Travel to Leiden 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 Leiden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bochum and Leiden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Leiden is a bus with an average price of $28 (€22).

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

A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Leiden costing on average $87 (€71).

A bus is $713 (€583) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Leiden costing on average $741 (€605).

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

Bus takes on average 5h 13m.

The distance from Bochum to Leiden is approximately 125 miles (202 km).
The average frequency per day from Bochum to Leiden is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bochum and Leiden 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 Leiden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bochum Hbf and arrive in Leiden Centraal.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bochum, Hbf and arrive in Den Haag, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bochum to Leiden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leiden by bus.
  • Travel with VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn to go to Leiden by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Swiss, ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines to go to Leiden by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bochum to Leiden with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Bochum to Leiden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, The Hague, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leiden and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leiden to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leiden, you can enjoy scenic boat tours along the Leiden Canals, visit the Naturalis Biodiversity Center for interactive exhibits, explore the historic Pieterskerk, and admire art at Museum De Lakenhal. Don't miss the vibrant Leiden Market for local produce and delicacies. Key sights include the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Hortus Botanicus Leiden, the prestigious Leiden University, Molen de Valk windmill, and the Burcht van Leiden fortress with panoramic city views.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Leiden's rich history, museums, and charming canals.

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