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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bochum to Essen

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14 min
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17 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
DB Bus
Website
FlixBus
Website
20 min
Twice daily
$5.47–$7.63
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
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DB Bus
Website
40 min
Every 30 minutes
$5.47–$7.00
+49 30 311682904
+49 30 311682904
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Train operators
Found: 5
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Flixtrain
Website
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
10 min
Hourly
$24.17–$27.99
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
18 min
Every 30 minutes
$8.91–$12.72
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
11 min
Every 20 minutes
$6.36–$9.54
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Flixtrain
Website
10 min
3 times a day
$1.40–$2.16
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
14 min
Hourly
$5.22–$7.63
069 450099650
069 450099650
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
31 min
Every 4 hours
$1.50
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Essen is to rideshare which costs $1.28 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Essen is to train which takes 10 min and costs $1.20 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Bochum to Essen?

The distance between Bochum and Essen is 16 km. The road distance is 17.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Essen without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs $1.20 - $23.91 .

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

The train from Bochum Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Essen bus from?

Bochum to Essen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Essen train from?

Bochum to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Essen?

The best way to get from Bochum to Essen is to train which takes 10 min and costs $1.20 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.67 - $6.52 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Bochum to Essen bus arrive?

Bochum to Essen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus station.

Where does the Bochum to Essen train arrive?

Bochum to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Essen is 18 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Bochum to Essen.

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

Book your Bochum to Essen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bochum to Essen?

Book your Bochum to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bochum to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bochum and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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