The average train between Cologne and Bochum takes 1h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Bochum. 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 5 times a day between Cologne and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Bochum at 9:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cologne station and arriving at Bochum station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.
Cologne to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Bochum train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cologne and Bochum is 63.7 km. The road distance is 98 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Bochum Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.