How to travel from Lübeck to Bochum

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lübeck to Bochum

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Bochum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $482.

Distance: 219 miles (354 km)

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$482

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The cheapest way to travel from Lübeck to Bochum is a bus with an average price of $47 (€38).

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

A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Bochum costing on average $104 (€85).

A bus is $435 (€355) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lübeck to Bochum costing on average $482 (€394).

The fastest way to travel from Lübeck to Bochum is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Bochum take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 9h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lübeck and Bochum including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lübeck 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 50m sooner (3h 59m by train vs 4h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $76 (€62) 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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FAQs: Travel from Lübeck 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 Lübeck to Bochum.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lübeck and Bochum including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lübeck to Bochum is a bus with an average price of $47 (€38).

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

A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Bochum costing on average $104 (€85).

A bus is $435 (€355) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lübeck to Bochum costing on average $482 (€394).

The fastest way to travel from Lübeck to Bochum is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Bochum take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 9h 48m.

The distance from Lübeck to Bochum is approximately 219 miles (354 km).
The average frequency per day from Lübeck to Bochum is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lübeck to Bochum:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lübeck Hbf and arrive in Bochum Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich and arrive in Bochum, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lübeck to Bochum, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Bochum by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bochum by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bochum by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lübeck to Bochum:
  • 3 direct flights per day with GetJet Airlines, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Lübeck to Bochum often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, 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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