The average train between Bochum and Cologne takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bochum to Cologne. 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 every 20 minutes between Bochum and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.
Bochum to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Bochum to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Bochum and Cologne is 63.7 km. The road distance is 98 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €19–45 and the journey takes 1h. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.
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