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Trip Summary
There are 7 daily trains from Münster to Bochum. Traveling by train from Münster to Bochum usually takes around one hour and 57 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 37 mi (60 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 30m |
| Lowest price | €20.13 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Münster to Bochum?
2 train services operate from Münster to Bochum. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 7 | 1h 59m | €27.67 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 1h 30m | €21.75 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Münster to Bochum start from €22, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bochum. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Münster leaves from Münster-Amelsbüren . And in Bochum trains arrive at Bochum-Langendreer .
From Münster to Bochum train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Münster to Bochum on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Münster at 20:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bochum to Münster.
City Information
Münster
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Münster is a youthful western Germany city that is rich in history. Its most famous sight for visitors is St. Paulus Dom, a Gothic and Romanesque cathedral in the middle of the city. The church's astronomical clock is particularly intriguing because it runs counterclockwise! Nearby, Domplatz Münster is commonly bustling with a market and seasonal events, and the adjacent Prinzipalmarkt building houses shops and cafes in a historic setting. Another notable attraction is Schloss Nordkirchen, a Baroque palace with a vast network of landscaped gardens.
If you love biking, then Germany's Bike City is for you. Locals prefer to get around on two wheels, and you can bring your bike on your trip or rent one to experience an authentic view of Münster from your bike seat.
Art and history enthusiasts should explore the city's best museums, including one dedicated to the famed Spanish painter Pablo Picasso. A stop at the Art Museum Pablo Picasso will let you appreciate an extensive collection of his works and view new art exhibitions, as well.
The Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located between, you guessed it, Münster and Osnabrück. Flying into this airport means landing near Greven, about 25 km north of Münster. Trains, however, offer direct service to the center of the city; check out Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, and National Express to ride the rails into Münster. Sindbad and FlixBus operate bus service from Münster to destinations such as Frankfurt, Berlin, or Vienna.
Bochum
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Bochum is a city in the Rhine-Ruhr Metropolitan Region in western Germany. Like many of the cities in the Ruhr Valley, Bochum grew thanks to its industrious history, particularly via coal mining and steel manufacturing facilities.
To learn more about the industries that made Bochum, visit the German Mining Museum, the largest mining museum in the world. It displays the lasting effects mining had on the community, from its social and cultural impact to its economic and ecological consequences. You can't miss the green winding tower rising above the museum; this industrial structure was once part of a coal mine but now offers visitors panoramic views over the Ruhr.
For those who prefer the outdoors to the underground, visit the Ruhr University Bochum Botanical Garden. Opened in 1968, this garden has numerous greenhouses, each housing an impressive display of plants and shrubs from around the world. The Tierpark und Fossilium Bochum is another great outdoor activity, home to almost 4,000 animals and an impressive fossil collection.
Many ICE trains connect Bochum to the rest of Germany and Europe via the city's main railway station. Regional trains also depart and arrive frequently. Book a bus on Sindbad or FlixBus into Bochum for travel by road from various destinations around the continent.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Münster?
Main departure station: Münster-Sprakel
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Münster where you can board the train.
All train stations in Münster:
Münster-Sprakel
Münster-Albachten
Münster-Amelsbüren
Münster-Häger
Where is the train station in Bochum?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bochum-Dahlhausen
Bochum Dahlhausen is a beautiful, yellow historical rail station with a gray tiled roof and turrets on one end. Not many people go inside since the platforms are easily accessible from the street, although you're welcome to wait inside. The two platforms service trains heading to Oberhausen, Hattingen, and a regional train line to Hagen. The station has no amenities besides ticket machines and seating, but one street over from the station are a few cafes and restaurants, a REWE supermarket, and a pharmacy. There are also multiple other train and coach stations close by if you need to make a connection. The station is in the eastern portion of Essen, where you can also find major attractions, hotels, and restaurants, plus connections to Cologne and other major German cities.
Train stations in Bochum:
Bochum-Dahlhausen
Bochum-Langendreer
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