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Trip Overview

The average train between Bochum and Genk takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Bochum to Genk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 19m
Duration
293 km
Distance
€69
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Bochum to Genk train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bochum and Genk. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bochum is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Genk at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)10h 26m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 30m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 30m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 58m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bochum to Genk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 292.7 km
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Genk, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Genk via Köln Hbf, Liège-Guillemins, and Landen in around 5h 2m.

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