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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Mainz is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Mainz is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Bochum to Mainz?

The distance between Bochum and Mainz is 290 km. The road distance is 230.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Mainz without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Bochum to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Mainz train from?

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

Where does the Bochum to Mainz train arrive?

Bochum to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Mainz is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Bochum to Mainz.

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1120+ hotels available in Mainz.

Bochum to Mainz - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bochum to Mainz by train, car, or plane

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

Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Frankfurttrain 43 / ...
2h 40m
€44–111
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 1 / ...
3h 5m
€28–80
Drive 230.8 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Mainzcar 230.8 km
2h 42m
€33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 5m
€105–184
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
5h 31m
€49–77

Bochum to Mainz by train

191Weekly Trains

2h 40mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bochum Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €35–100 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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