How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Bochum?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Bochum start from R 371. The average price for this train route is around R 1 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Bochum?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Bochum is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 437 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Bochum route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Bochum?

The earliest train from Berlin to Bochum departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 23:52.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Bochum?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Bochum?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Bochum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Bochum?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Bochum from R 185 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Berlin Hbf	5h 29m	05:04	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 59m	16:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 3m	09:13	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Berlin Hbf	5h 29m	05:04	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 59m	16:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 42m	16:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:53	Berlin Hbf	5h 11m	05:04	Bochum Hbf	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 57m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 42m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 58m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 59m	16:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 42m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 57m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 59m	16:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 42m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Bochum on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:32	Hauptbahnhof	4h 5m	20:37	Bochum Central Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 38m	11:24	Bochum Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 58m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 42m	12:37	Bochum Central Station	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 54m	10:26	Bochum Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Bochum

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bochum. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

440 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 429 - R 1 955	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 371 - R 3 326	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 327 - R 992	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Bochum?

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Bochum

A
Wittener Str.
Wittener Str. 38, 44789 Bochum, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Bochum by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Bochum?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Bochum start from R 371. The average price for this train route is around R 1 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Bochum?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Bochum is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 437 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Bochum route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Bochum?
The earliest train from Berlin to Bochum departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 23:52.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Bochum?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Bochum?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Bochum?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

14/12

R 787

15/12

R 415

Today

R 414

17/12

R 581

18/12

R 581

19/12

R 974

20/12

No data

21/12

R 891

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Bochum was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 414

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

You can expect to pay from R 414 to R 4 412 for a train ticket from Berlin to Bochum based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 581, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.