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Trip Summary
There are usually 115 daily train trips available from Nuremberg to Bochum. Traveling by train from Nuremberg to Bochum usually takes 6 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can make the trip in 4 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 220 mi (354 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 11m |
| Lowest price | $25.56 |
| Trains per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Nuremberg to Bochum?
There are 3 train lines with service from Nuremberg to Bochum. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 90 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 7 | 5h 10m | $124.41 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 90 | 6h 16m | $110.25 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 23 | 6h 2m | $105.82 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Nuremberg to Bochum start from $73, and on average cost . Daily there are 23 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bochum. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Nuremberg leaves from Nürnberg Train Station . And in Bochum trains arrive at Wattenscheid and 9 other train stations.
From Nuremberg to Bochum train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bochum faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Nuremberg and Bochum is approximately 220 miles, or 354 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 11 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Nuremberg to Bochum on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Nuremberg at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 115 scheduled trains on most days. 9 of these are direct connections to Bochum. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bochum to Nuremberg.
City Information
Nuremberg
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Although often overshadowed by Bavaria's largest city, Munich, Nuremberg is more than capable of challenging Munich as a top tourist spot. Nuremberg entices travelers with its rich history, political significance, world-class museums, and exciting local culture.
Nuremberg is a fantastic destination year-round; however, it becomes particularly spectacular in the weeks before Christmas. Nuremberg's Christkindlemarkt is a world-famous market illuminated by thousands of lights displaying handmade ornaments, toys, and crafts. Enjoy lebkuchen and mulled wine while wandering through the stalls to get in the Christmas spirit, and see why Nuremberg is an essential stop along our train itinerary to visit Germany's best Christmas markets.
Nuremberg's castle, Kaiserburg, is another must-see while in the city. Standing since the Middle Ages, visitors can explore Nuremberg's history while also enjoying some of the best views of the city. No wonder it's one of Germany's most-Instagrammed castles.
Transport around Germany is highly efficient, making travel to Nuremberg simple. The city is served by its own international airport and a large train station that welcomes many Deutsche Bahn trains every day. FlixBus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and more bus services also run frequently to Nuremberg from various destinations across Europe.
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 Nuremberg?
Main departure station: Nürnberg Train Station
There is one train station in Nuremberg.
All train stations in Nuremberg:
Nürnberg Train Station
Where is the train station in Bochum?
Main arrival station: Wattenscheid
There are more train stations and stops in Bochum than most cities. Most trains from Nuremberg will stop at one (or more) of the 10 following stations in Bochum:
All train stations in Bochum:
Wattenscheid
Bochum-Dahlhausen
Bochum-Langendreer West
Bochum-Langendreer
Bochum-Riemke
Wattenscheid-Höntrop
Train Station
Bochum-Ehrenfeld
Bochum West
Bochum-Hamme
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