Bochum to Dortmund distance
The distance from Bochum (Germany) to Dortmund (Germany) is 21 km by road, with a driving time of about 23 min. The straight-line distance is 18 km (11 miles); Dortmund lies to the ENE of Bochum.
Reverse direction: Dortmund to Bochum distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 18 km | 31 min |
| Car (road) | 21 km | 23 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Bochum to Dortmund would cost roughly 50–63 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 21 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.
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 |
Dortmund
Dortmund is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 30′ 48.91″ N, 7° 27′ 55.07″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.51 |
| Longitude | 7.47 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 603,462 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Bochum and Dortmund is at 51.5° N, 7.34° E.
The nearest town is Castrop-Rauxel, Kreis Recklinghausen, Nordrhein-Westfalen — about 9 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Bochum from Dortmund?
By car it is 21 km, with a driving time of about 23 min. The straight-line distance between Bochum and Dortmund is 18 kilometres (11 miles or 10 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Bochum to Dortmund?
The driving distance is 21 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 23 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Dortmund from Bochum?
Dortmund lies to the ENE (78°) as seen from Bochum.
How long is a flight from Bochum to Dortmund?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 31 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Bochum to Dortmund cost?
Over 21 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Bochum to Dortmund would cost roughly 50–63 € 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 Bochum
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Bochum → Essen | 16 km |
| Bochum → Gelsenkirchen | 16 km |
| Bochum → Recklinghausen | 17 km |
| Bochum → Mülheim | 27 km |
| Bochum → Bottrop | 30 km |
| Bochum → Oberhausen | 31 km |
| Bochum → Wuppertal | 37 km |
| Bochum → Duisburg | 38 km |
Distances from Dortmund
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Dortmund → Herne | 25 km |
| Dortmund → Hagen | 26 km |
| Dortmund → Recklinghausen | 31 km |
| Dortmund → Essen | 35 km |
| Dortmund → Gelsenkirchen | 36 km |
| Dortmund → Hamm | 42 km |
| Dortmund → Mülheim | 46 km |
| Dortmund → Wuppertal | 48 km |