What is the cheapest way to get from Bochum to Balve?

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Balve is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bochum to Balve?

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Balve is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Balve?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Balve. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Balve, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Bochum to Balve?

The distance between Bochum and Balve is 67 km. The road distance is 62.4 km.

How do I travel from Bochum to Balve without a car?

The best way to get from Bochum to Balve without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €21 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Bochum to Balve?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Bochum to Balve, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Balve train from?

Bochum to Balve train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Where does the Bochum to Balve train arrive?

Bochum to Balve train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Balve?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Balve is 62 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Bochum to Balve.

Where can I stay near Balve?

There are 582+ hotels available in Balve.

Bochum to Balve - 5 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bochum to Balve by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Fröndenberg, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, Bahnhoftrain
2h 22m
€22–46
Drive 62.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bochum to Balvecar 62.4 km
55 min
€9–13
Train, line 132 bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Fröndenberg, Bahnhoftrain Re57
2. Take the bus from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof P+R to Balve, Abzw. Bahnhofbus 132
2h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bochum to Balvetaxi 62.4 km
55 min
€170–210
Train, line 22 bus
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Iserlohntrain Re
2. Take the bus from Iserl., Stadtbahnhof to Menden, Bahnhofbus 22
3h 7m

Bochum to Balve by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.8 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Balve, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof in around 2h 22m.

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