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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Bochum is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Bochum is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Bochum?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Bochum. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Bochum Hbf via Luxembourg, Liege-Guillemins and Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Metz to Bochum?

The distance between Metz and Bochum is 442 km. The road distance is 330 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Bochum without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 44m and costs €85 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Metz to Bochum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Bochum train from?

Metz to Bochum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Bochum?

The best way to get from Metz to Bochum is to train via Cologne which takes 7h 44m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Metz to Bochum train arrive?

Metz to Bochum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Luxembourg station.

Can I drive from Metz to Bochum?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Bochum is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Metz to Bochum.

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

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Where can I stay near Bochum?

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Metz to Bochum - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Metz to Bochum by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train (TGV)

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 Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Luxembourg to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
7h 44m
€87–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thionville to Essen central train stationbus 180
7h 49m
€32–65
Drive 330 km
1. Drive from Metz to Bochumcar 330 km
3h 30m
€51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Luxembourg to Angleurtrain Ic
3. Take the train from Angleur to Aachen Hbftrain S41
4. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
8h 17m

Metz to Bochum by train

106Weekly Trains

7h 44mAverage Duration

€87Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 442.1 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Metz, France and Bochum, Germany?

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Bochum Hbf via Luxembourg, Liege-Guillemins, and Koeln Hbf in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Thionville to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 6h.

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