Bochum to Mainz by train

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Overview: trains from Bochum to Mainz

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bochum to Mainz, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:57 View journey
Last train 20:49 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 181
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey €31.22 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 8m
Train operators 6

Explore Bochum to Mainz by train

Thinking about travelling from Bochum to Mainz by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train tickets between Bochum and Mainz

The cheapest train tickets from Bochum to Mainz start at €31.22. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Bochum to Mainz is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train timetable for travel between Bochum and Mainz

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Bochum to Mainz by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 01:57

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 17:49

  • First daily departure (weekend): 01:57

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 20:49

  • Average number of daily trains: 26 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 16 minutes

Train travel time and distance from Bochum to Mainz

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 46 minutes. The total distance travelled is 181 kilometres.

How far in advance Bochum and Mainz tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Bochum and Mainz are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Maximising your travels to Mainz

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Mainz.

FAQs about the train journey from Bochum to Mainz

Want to know more about your journey from Bochum to Mainz? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Bochum to Mainz is 181 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.