Berlin to Bochum distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Bochum (Germany) is 516 km by road, with a driving time of about 5 h 6 min. The straight-line distance is 439 km (273 miles); Bochum lies to the WSW of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Bochum to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 439 km | 63 min |
| Car (road) | 516 km | 5 h 6 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Bochum would cost roughly 1040–1399 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 516 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Bochum
Bochum is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 28′ 54.64″ N, 7° 12′ 58.45″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.48 |
| Longitude | 7.22 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 358,676 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Bochum is at 52.04° N, 10.27° E.
The nearest town is Sehlde, Landkreis Wolfenbüttel, Niedersachsen — about 219 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Bochum?
By car it is 516 km, with a driving time of about 5 h 6 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Bochum is 439 kilometres (273 miles or 237 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Bochum?
The driving distance is 516 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 5 h 6 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Bochum from Berlin?
Bochum lies to the WSW (257°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Bochum?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 63 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Bochum cost?
Over 516 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Bochum would cost roughly 1040–1399 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Magdeburg | 156 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
Distances from Bochum
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Bochum → Essen | 16 km |
| Bochum → Gelsenkirchen | 16 km |
| Bochum → Recklinghausen | 17 km |
| Bochum → Dortmund | 21 km |
| Bochum → Mülheim | 27 km |
| Bochum → Bottrop | 30 km |
| Bochum → Oberhausen | 31 km |
| Bochum → Wuppertal | 37 km |