The average train between Trier and Bochum takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Trier 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 Trier and Bochum. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Bochum at 1:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Trier to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Bochum station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Trier to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Bochum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Bochum train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Trier and Bochum is 195.7 km. The road distance is 267 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Bochum Hbf via Köln Hbf in around 4h 17m.