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Trip Overview

The average train between Mainz and Bochum takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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.

2h 53m
Duration
279 km
Distance
€50
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Mainz to Bochum train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Mainz and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Bochum at 1:27 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 50m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 50m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 50m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 50m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 50m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Mainz to Bochum? 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.

Map of how to get from Mainz to Bochum.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 279.2 km
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Bochum, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz Hbf to Bochum Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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