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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Ostend is to bus which costs €27 - €70 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Ostend is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Bochum Ehrenfeld and arriving at Ostende via Essen Hbf and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Bochum to Ostend?

The distance between Bochum and Ostend is 433 km. The road distance is 330.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Ostend without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 5h 33m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Bochum to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Ostend train from?

Bochum to Ostend train services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Ostend?

The best way to get from Bochum to Ostend is to train via Brussels which takes 5h 33m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €70 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Bochum to Ostend train arrive?

Bochum to Ostend train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Ostend is 331 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Bochum to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

There are 6093+ hotels available in Ostend.

Bochum to Ostend - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles MidiTha
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to OstendeIc / ...
5h 33m
€73–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to BrugesN1360b
8h 28m
€27–66
Drive 330.7 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Ostend330.7 km
3h 20m
€51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-GuilleminsIce / ...
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to OstendeIc
5h 35m
€62–142
Train via Welkenraedt
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
2. Take the train from Welkenraedt to OstendeIc
5h 53m
€39–85

Bochum to Ostend by train

18Weekly Trains

5h 33mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.6 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Bochum Ehrenfeld to Ostende via Essen Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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