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Today20 Jun
from US$12
Tomorrow21 Jun
from US$11
Sun22 Jun
Mon23 Jun
from US$9
Tue24 Jun
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
Fri27 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bochum
    Destination location: Wittener Str.
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bochum
    Destination location: Wittener Str.
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bochum
    Destination location: Wittener Str.
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bochum
    Destination location: Wittener Str.
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bochum
    Destination location: Wittener Str.
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Bochum

Bus
Average priceUS$7 - US$15Average duration2h 25m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$9 - US$55Average duration1h 6m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$6 - US$15Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Bochum

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bochum. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
1hAverage duration
US$6Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Bochum: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$10
Average bus trip duration2h 25m
Number of daily buses4.7777777777777795
Earliest bus departure04:45
Distance42 miles
Latest bus departure21:45

Cologne to Bochum Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bochum from Cologne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Bochum

  1. How far is Bochum from Cologne by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Bochum by coach is approximately 40 miles (65 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Bochum from Cologne without a car?

    The best way to go from Cologne to Bochum without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
18/06
US$7
19/06
US$8
Today
US$8
21/06
US$8
22/06
No data
23/06
US$6
24/06
US$5
25/06
US$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Bochum was searched and found on 24 Jun 2025 with a price of US$5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Bochum as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$12 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bochum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-06-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Bochum!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to Bochum, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Bochum.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Bochum while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Bochum

You can also go to Bochum by train

Train from Cologne to Bochum

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