Bochum to Mainz distance
The distance from Bochum (Germany) to Mainz (Germany) is 251 km by road, with a driving time of about 2 h 42 min. The straight-line distance is 181 km (112 miles); Mainz lies to the SSE of Bochum.
Reverse direction: Mainz to Bochum distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 181 km | 44 min |
| Car (road) | 251 km | 2 h 42 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 Mainz would cost roughly 510–684 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 251 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 |
Mainz
Mainz is located in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 49° 59′ 34.30″ N, 8° 14′ 50.11″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 49.99 |
| Longitude | 8.25 |
| Region | Rheinland-Pfalz |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 224,684 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Bochum and Mainz is at 50.74° N, 7.74° E.
The nearest town is Helmeroth, Landkreis Altenkirchen, Rheinland-Pfalz — about 90 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Bochum from Mainz?
By car it is 251 km, with a driving time of about 2 h 42 min. The straight-line distance between Bochum and Mainz is 181 kilometres (112 miles or 98 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Bochum to Mainz?
The driving distance is 251 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 2 h 42 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Mainz from Bochum?
Mainz lies to the SSE (156°) as seen from Bochum.
How long is a flight from Bochum to Mainz?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 44 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Bochum to Mainz cost?
Over 251 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Bochum to Mainz would cost roughly 510–684 € 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 → Dortmund | 21 km |
| Bochum → Mülheim | 27 km |
| Bochum → Bottrop | 30 km |
| Bochum → Oberhausen | 31 km |
| Bochum → Wuppertal | 37 km |
Distances from Mainz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Mainz → Wiesbaden | 16 km |
| Mainz → Rüdesheim am Rhein | 37 km |
| Mainz → Darmstadt | 41 km |
| Mainz → Frankfurt am Main | 44 km |
| Mainz → Bacharach | 45 km |
| Mainz → Offenbach | 50 km |
| Mainz → Oberwesel | 52 km |
| Mainz → Sankt Goar | 74 km |