How to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum

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What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 45m
£12
£16
3
Train
2h 5m
£15
£20
112
Car
2h 40m
£13
£15
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport?

You can reach Bochum with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £15
Saturday
from £13
Sunday
from £16
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £12

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 35m
    0
    23:39
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    03:14
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 9m
    0
    05:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    07:09
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 31m
    0
    05:52
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    08:23
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    19:57
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    23:13
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    19:40
    Bochum
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    21:15
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    01:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:00
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    23:20
    Bochum
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    21:15
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    00:25
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:00
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    01:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:45
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

What are the fastest trips from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum?

You can get to Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 2h 5m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 2h 5m
Saturday
from 2h 40m
Sunday
from 3h 10m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 4h 45m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 5m
    0
    22:08
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    00:13
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 9m
    0
    05:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    07:09
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 31m
    0
    05:52
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    08:23
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    19:57
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    23:13
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    19:40
    Bochum
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    23:20
    Bochum
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    21:15
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    01:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:00
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    21:15
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    01:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:45
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    00:25
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    07:00
    Bochum
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum

What are the most popular stations in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum?

In Frankfurt am Main Airport, you will usually depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station or Frankfurt am Main Airport, while in Bochum you will be arriving at Central Station, West Train Station or Wattenscheid-Höntrop Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum, you can pay as low as £12 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Bochum in just 2h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kelsterbach or to Herne, and look at flights from , and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum?

The most popular companies between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum

How can I reach Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport.

How far is Bochum from Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum is 186.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Bochum?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 32 kgs, and a flight 46 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum?

You can get to Bochum with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Bochum?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bochum in just 2h 5m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Frankfurt am Main Airport and to Bochum

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Frankfurt am Main Airport and to Bochum. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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