How to get from Munich to Bochum by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Munich to Bochum is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 301 miles (485 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train | |
Ticket price range | $33 - $167 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $33 (€30) • 10 h 20 min | |
Fastest mode | Flight • $167 (€150) • 1 h 5 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn |
Take a bus, flight or train to travel 301 miles (485 km) between Munich and Bochum. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 5 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $33 (€30). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Munich to Bochum.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $28 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Munich to Bochum. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
You can get to Bochum from Munich 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Bochum is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $33 (€30) compared to other travel options to Bochum:
A bus is $134 (€120) less than a flight for this journey with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bochum costing on average $167 (€150).
Taking a bus costs $18 (€16) less than taking a train, which costs on average $51 (€46) for the same trip.
The quickest way to travel between Munich and Bochum is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 5 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Bus takes 10 h 20 min on average.
Train takes 9 h 4 min on average.
The Munich to Bochum distance is around 301 miles (485 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Bochum is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Bochum from Munich as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Bochum:
The following travel companies offer services from Munich to Bochum:
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