Bochum to Oberhausen distance
The distance from Bochum (Germany) to Oberhausen (Germany) is 31 km by road, with a driving time of about 30 min. The straight-line distance is 24 km (15 miles); Oberhausen lies to the W of Bochum.
Reverse direction: Oberhausen to Bochum distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 24 km | 32 min |
| Car (road) | 31 km | 30 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 Oberhausen would cost roughly 70–90 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 31 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 |
Oberhausen
Oberhausen is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 29′ 16.23″ N, 6° 51′ 47.91″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.49 |
| Longitude | 6.86 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 213,646 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Bochum and Oberhausen is at 51.48° N, 7.04° E.
The nearest town is Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen — about 12 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Bochum from Oberhausen?
By car it is 31 km, with a driving time of about 30 min. The straight-line distance between Bochum and Oberhausen is 24 kilometres (15 miles or 13 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Bochum to Oberhausen?
The driving distance is 31 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 30 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Oberhausen from Bochum?
Oberhausen lies to the W (272°) as seen from Bochum.
How long is a flight from Bochum to Oberhausen?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 32 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Bochum to Oberhausen cost?
Over 31 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Bochum to Oberhausen would cost roughly 70–90 € 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 → Wuppertal | 37 km |
| Bochum → Duisburg | 38 km |
Distances from Oberhausen
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Oberhausen → Essen | 16 km |
| Oberhausen → Duisburg | 17 km |
| Oberhausen → Gelsenkirchen | 18 km |
| Oberhausen → Herne | 27 km |
| Oberhausen → Recklinghausen | 38 km |
| Oberhausen → Düsseldorf | 39 km |
| Oberhausen → Krefeld | 43 km |
| Oberhausen → Neuss | 47 km |