How far is it from Bochum to Essen?

The distance between Bochum and Essen is 18 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Bochum to Essen?

The drive from Bochum to Essen takes approximately 20 min by car.

The fastest route from Bochum to Essen covers 18 km with a driving time of approximately 20 min.

Essen lies roughly to the west of Bochum.

Along the route from Bochum to Essen you can fill up at Aral (24/7), Shell (24/7), Aral (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Along the route from Bochum to Essen you can stop for the night or service your van at Wohnmobilstellplatz Essen.

On the route from Bochum to Essen you can take a break at rail and fresh, Ruhrschnellweg, Kids Country - Indoorspielplatz.

Distance: 18 kmDrive time: 20 min

Driving from Bochum to Essen takes about 20 min via A 40. The distance is 18 km. The straight-line distance is 15 km. Driving directions

Driving directions15 · 18 km

The return trip from Essen to Bochum covers roughly the same distance, 18 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 October 2026.

How far is it from Bochum to Essen?: The distance between Bochum and Essen is 18 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Bochum to Essen?: The drive from Bochum to Essen takes approximately 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Bochum to Essen?: The fastest route from Bochum to Essen covers 18 km with a driving time of approximately 20 min.
Which direction is Essen from Bochum?: Essen lies roughly to the west of Bochum.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Bochum and Essen?: Along the route from Bochum to Essen you can fill up at Aral (24/7), Shell (24/7), Aral (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Bochum and Essen?: Along the route from Bochum to Essen you can stop for the night or service your van at Wohnmobilstellplatz Essen.
Where can I stop to rest between Bochum and Essen?: On the route from Bochum to Essen you can take a break at rail and fresh, Ruhrschnellweg, Kids Country - Indoorspielplatz.