The average train between Bochum and Mainz takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is an hourly train service from Bochum to Mainz. 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 Mainz. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Bochum is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Mainz at 2:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Bochum station and arriving at Mainz station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Bochum to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.
Bochum to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Bochum to Mainz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and vlexx.
The distance between Bochum and Mainz is 182.5 km. The road distance is 293 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €45–130 and the journey takes 2h 1m.