The average train between Essen Hbf and Bocholt takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen Hbf to Bocholt. 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 Essen Hbf and Bocholt. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Bocholt at 11:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Bocholt. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Bocholt station via Bocholt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Essen Hbf to Bocholt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Duisburg Hbf station.
Essen Hbf to Bocholt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bocholt station.
The distance between Essen Hbf and Bocholt is 51.1 km. The road distance is 73 km.
VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Bocholt hourly. Tickets cost €24–29 and the journey takes 57 min.