How to get from Dortmund to Bochum by light rail and train?

From Dortmund to Bochum by light rail and train

To get from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the S1 train from Dortmund Universität station to Bochum Langendreer station. Next, take the 302 light rail from Bochum Langendreer station to Bochum Mettestr. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is €4.88.

30min€4.88
Walk to train station
Train - S1S1
Light Rail - 302302
Walk to Bochum
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Universität
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Essen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bochum Langendreer
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bochum Langendreer
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 302302
    Wait for light rail
    302
    Ge Heinrich-König-Platz
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bochum Mettestr.
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bochum
    Walk to
    Bochum
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dortmund to Bochum by light rail and train via S1 and 305

To get from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the S1 train from Dortmund Universität station to Bochum Langendreer station. Next, take the 305 light rail from Bochum Langendreer station to Bochum Mettestr. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is €4.88.

35min€4.88
Walk to train station
Train - S1S1
Light Rail - 305305
Walk to Bochum
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Universität
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Essen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bochum Langendreer
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bochum Langendreer
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 305305
    Wait for light rail
    305
    Bochum Höntrop Kirche
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bochum Mettestr.
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bochum
    Walk to
    Bochum
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dortmund to Bochum

The distance between Dortmund, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Bochum, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 13.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dortmund to Bochum by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Dortmund

Dortmund is located at Dortmund, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Dortmund Universität.

Train stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität

Bus stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität
  • Dortmund Groß-Barop
  • Dortmund Emil-Figge-Straße

Gondola stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität
  • Dortmund Technologiezentrum
  • Dortmund Campus Süd

Public transit stations close to Bochum, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

Bochum is located at Bochum, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Bochum Laer Mitte.

Bus stations close to Bochum:

  • Bochum Amalie-Dietrich-Weg
  • Bochum Altenbochum Kirche
  • Bochum, Goy

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Alternative route from Dortmund to Bochum by light rail and train via S1 and 305

To get from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the S1 train from Dortmund Universität station to Bochum Langendreer station. Next, take the 305 light rail from Bochum Langendreer station to Bochum Mettestr. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is €4.88.

35min€4.88
Walk to train station
Train - S1S1
Light Rail - 305305
Walk to Bochum
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Universität
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Essen Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bochum Langendreer
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bochum Langendreer
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 305305
    Wait for light rail
    305
    Bochum Höntrop Kirche
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bochum Mettestr.
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bochum
    Walk to
    Bochum
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Bochum?

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Train line S1, Light Rail line 302.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dortmund to Bochum?

    The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Train line S1, Light Rail line 305.

  • Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The S1 train line goes from Dortmund Universität station near Dortmund to Essen Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Essen Hbf station near Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

  • How long does it take to travel from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Dortmund and Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and light rail is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dortmund to get to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the S1 train from the Dortmund Universität station near Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dortmund and Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the train at the Essen Hbf station, which is closest to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • When is the last train from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The last train from Dortmund to Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is the Solingen Hbf - Dortmund Hbf line. It leaves the Dortmund Universität station at 8:00 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Dortmund to Bochum?

    The ride from Dortmund to Bochum costs €4.88.

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