The average train between Bochum and Altena takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Bochum to Altena. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bochum and Altena. The earliest departure is at 12:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Altena at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Altena. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Altena station via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Bochum to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Altena(Westf) station.
Book your Bochum to Altena train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and VIAS Rail GmbH.
The distance between Bochum and Altena is 37.9 km. The road distance is 58 km.
You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Altena(Westf) via Hagen Hbf in around 1h 20m.