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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Bochum is to line 45 bus and bus which costs €15 - €29 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Bochum is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Bochum?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Bochum Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins and Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Genk to Bochum?

The distance between Genk and Bochum is 192 km. The road distance is 155.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Bochum without a car is to line 45 bus and train via Düsseldorf which takes 4h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Genk to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Bochum train from?

Genk to Bochum train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.

Train or bus from Genk to Bochum?

The best way to get from Genk to Bochum is to line 45 bus and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €15 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €150 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Genk to Bochum train arrive?

Genk to Bochum train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Landen station.

Can I drive from Genk to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Bochum is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Genk to Bochum.

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

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Where can I stay near Bochum?

There are 1914+ hotels available in Bochum.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Genk to Bochum 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.

Line 45 bus, train via Düsseldorf
best
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
4h 17m
Line 45 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the bus from Maastricht to Essen central train stationbus 180 / ...
4h 33m
€15–29
Drive 155.7 km
1. Drive from Genk to Bochumcar 155.7 km
1h 41m
€24–34
Line 45 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the train from Maastricht to Aachen Hbftrain S43
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
4h 38m
Train
1. Take the train from Genk to Landentrain Ic
2. Take the train from Landen to Liège-Guilleminstrain S44 / ...
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
5h 7m
€63–149

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 191.9 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Bochum Hbf via Maastricht Station perron D, Maastricht, Essen central train station, and Essen Hbf in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genk to Bochum Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins, and Koeln Hbf in around 5h 7m.

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