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

From Bochum to Erkelenz by light rail and train

To get from Bochum to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take one light rail line and 2 train lines: take the 302 light rail from Bochum Mettestr. station to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 train and finally take the RB33 train from Duisburg Hbf station to Erkelenz, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The light rail and train schedule from Bochum may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Erkelenz on the Moovit app.

132min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - 302302
Train - RE1RE1
Train - RB33RB33
Leaves from Bochum Mettestr.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bochum Mettestr.
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 302302
    Wait for light rail
    302
    Ge Buer Rathaus
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duisburg Hbf
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - RB33RB33
    Wait for train
    RB33
    Aachen, Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Erkelenz, Bahnhof
    62 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bochum to Erkelenz

The distance between Bochum, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Erkelenz, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 101.1 km, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bochum to Erkelenz 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.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Bochum to Erkelenz

To check the light rail and train schedule from Bochum to Erkelenz using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bochum) and destination (Erkelenz), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Light Rail line 302, Train line RE1, Train line RB33.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Bochum and Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 12 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Bochum to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The 302 light rail line goes from Bochum Mettestr. station near Bochum to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Gelsenkirchen Hbf station near Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    The total travel time between Bochum and Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by light rail and train is about 2 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Bochum to get to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the 302 light rail from the Bochum Mettestr. station near Bochum in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    Get off the light rail at the Gelsenkirchen Hbf station, which is closest to Erkelenz in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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