The average train between Potsdam and Bochum takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Potsdam 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 hourly between Potsdam and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 3:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Bochum at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Bochum station via Bochum Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Potsdam to Bochum train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Bochum train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Potsdam to Bochum train tickets online with ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Potsdam and Bochum is 413.6 km. The road distance is 505 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bochum Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €85–210 and the journey takes 3h 38m.