How to travel from Greifswald to Bochum

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Compare train for Greifswald to Bochum

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train 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 $67, while a train costs an average of $184.

Distance: 314 miles (506 km)

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$67

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$184

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$109

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14h 15m

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13h 45m

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6h 48m

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6h 18m

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6h 33m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Greifswald to Bochum

Compare the available ways to get from Greifswald to Bochum, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Greifswald to Bochum is a bus with an average price of $67 (€56).

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

A bus is $117 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Bochum costing on average $184 (€154).

The fastest way to travel from Greifswald to Bochum is by train with an average journey time of 6h 48m.

Other travel options to Bochum take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 15m.

Yes, you can take a train between Greifswald and Bochum.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Greifswald to Bochum among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 15m sooner (6h 18m by train vs 6h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $184 (€154) compared to roughly $109 (€92) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    1 transfer

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  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Greifswald to Bochum

Travel to Bochum 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 Greifswald to Bochum.

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You can travel between Greifswald and Bochum by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Greifswald to Bochum is a bus with an average price of $67 (€56).

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

A bus is $117 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Bochum costing on average $184 (€154).

The fastest way to travel from Greifswald to Bochum is by train with an average journey time of 6h 48m.

Other travel options to Bochum take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 15m.

The distance from Greifswald to Bochum is approximately 314 miles (506 km).
The average frequency per day from Greifswald to Bochum is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Greifswald to Bochum:
  • Trains mostly depart from Greifswald station and arrive in Bochum Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz and arrive in Bochum, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Greifswald to Bochum, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bochum by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bochum by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Greifswald to Bochum often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bochum and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bochum to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bochum, allowing time to visit the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum, enjoy the botanical garden, and experience the vibrant nightlife.

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