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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bochum Central Station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Bochum Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| Bochum Central Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Bochum Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Bochum Hbf | Hbf | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Bochum to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Bochum to Cologne Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bochum - Cologne
How much does a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Bochum to Cologne is US$25. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bochum to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Bochum to Cologne?
A train trip between Bochum and Cologne is around 1h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 65 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Bochum and Cologne?
The number of trains from Bochum to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 27. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bochum to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Bochum to Cologne?
When taking the train from Bochum to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bochum to Cologne was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bochum to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$87 for a train ticket from Bochum to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$7, which is on 2025-11-03.
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.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Bochum and Cologne, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bochum to Cologne and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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