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 35m.

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 34m and costs €55 - €180.

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 every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Bochum to Mainz?

The distance between Bochum and Mainz is 293 km. The road distance is 229.7 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 34m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m 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 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m 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?

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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

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Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Frankfurttrain 43 / ...
2h 34m
€55–171
Drive 229.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bochum to Mainzcar 229.7 km
2h 35m
€34–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 8m
€111–216
Train
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 91 / ...
2h 50m
€50–170
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Leverkusen Mittetrain Re
2. Take the train from Leverkusen Mitte to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Mainz-Kasteltrain Rb
4h 47m

Bochum to Mainz by train

135Weekly Trains

2h 34mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.7 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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 €50–160 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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