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Train Dortmund → Bochum

Schedule & travel time

10m 18 km 100 trains/day
ICE

Route overview

10m

Fastest time

13m

Avg. duration

18

Kilometers

100

Trains per day

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By train from Dortmund to Bochum

An important regional connection: The train connection from Dortmund to Bochum is one of the most frequently served rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 10m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 18 kilometers and is served by about 100 trains every day. The high frequency offers maximum flexibility for trip planning.

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Dortmund to Bochum saves you about 3 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Bochum?

The fastest connection from Dortmund to Bochum takes 10m. The average travel time is 13m.

How many trains run daily from Dortmund to Bochum?

About 100 trains run daily on the Dortmund - Bochum route. Train types include ICE.

What is the route from Dortmund to Bochum?

The direct connection covers 18 km.

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Return journey

Bochum Dortmund

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Dortmund → Hamm0h 15mDortmund → Münster0h 29mDortmund → Wanne-Eickel10mDortmund → Essen0h 22mEssen → Bochum8m
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Schedule data last updated: 01/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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