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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Cologne is to drive which takes 51 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bochum station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bochum central station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Bochum to Cologne?

The distance between Bochum and Cologne is 98 km. The road distance is 80.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €6 - €35.

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

The train from Bochum Hbf to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Cologne bus from?

Bochum to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bochum central station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Bochum to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bochum to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €6 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Bochum to Cologne bus arrive?

Bochum to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Bochum to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bochum to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Cologne is 80 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Bochum to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bochum to Cologne?

Book your Bochum to Cologne train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Bochum to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bochum and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bochum to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bochum to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Köln Hbf10 / ...
1h 20m
€6–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bochum to Cologne80 km
1h 14m
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to LeverkusenN1327 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf to Köln HeumarktSb25
2h 18m
Drive 80.2 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Cologne80.2 km
51 min
€12–17

Bochum to Cologne by train

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Distance: 98.4 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bochum central station to Köln Heumarkt via Leverkusen and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 2h 18m.

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