The average train between Metz and Bochum takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 every 3 hours between Metz and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Bochum at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Forbach and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Metz 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.
No, there is no direct train from Metz to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Bochum station via Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Metz to Bochum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Bochum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Metz to Bochum train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Bochum is 273 km. The road distance is 546 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Bochum Hbf via Forbach, Saarbruecken Hbf, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 42m.