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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Genk is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Genk is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Bochum station to Genk. However, there are services departing from Bochum central station and arriving at Genk via Venlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Genk?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Genk. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Genk via Koeln Hbf, Liège-Guillemins and Landen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Bochum to Genk?

The distance between Bochum and Genk is 157 km. The road distance is 156.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Genk without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Bochum to Genk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Genk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bochum to Genk train from?

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

Train or bus from Bochum to Genk?

The best way to get from Bochum to Genk is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €150 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Bochum to Genk bus arrive?

Bochum to Genk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venlo Station.

Where does the Bochum to Genk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bochum to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Genk is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Bochum to Genk.

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

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Where can I stay near Genk?

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Bochum to Genk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 45 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Bochum to Genk by bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Venlo Stationbus 023
2. Take the bus from Venlo to Genkbus Kyiv-Genk
3h 30m
Drive 156.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bochum to Genkcar 156.3 km
1h 42m
€24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Viersen Bahnhoftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Venlo to Genkbus Kyiv-Genk
3h 54m
Train, line 45 bus
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Maastrichttrain
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Genk Shopping Center perron 1bus 45
4h 34m
€35–70
Train
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guilleminstrain Ice
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Landentrain S44 / ...
4. Take the train from Landen to Genktrain Ic
4h 55m
€54–148

Bochum to Genk by train and bus

161Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Genk, Belgium?

You can take a bus from Bochum central station to Genk via Venlo in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Genk via Koeln Hbf, Liège-Guillemins, and Landen in around 4h 55m.

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