How far is it from Dorsten to Bochum?

The distance between Dorsten and Bochum is 43 km by road.

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

The drive from Dorsten to Bochum takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Dorsten to Bochum?

The fastest route from Dorsten to Bochum covers 43 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is Bochum from Dorsten?

Bochum lies roughly to the south-east of Dorsten.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Dorsten and Bochum?

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

Where can I camp between Dorsten and Bochum?

Along the route from Dorsten to Bochum you can stop for the night or service your van at Reisemobilhafen 'An der Lippe', Wohnmobilstellplatz Erlbruch, Premium Stellplatz "Glück Auf".

Where can I stop to rest between Dorsten and Bochum?

On the route from Dorsten to Bochum you can take a break at Schwerbehindertentoilette, Brinkfortsheide, rail and fresh.

Dorsten Bochum

Distance: 43 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Dorsten to Bochum takes about 40 min via A 43. The distance is 43 km. The straight-line distance is 27 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 43 km

1 Depart 83 m
2 Turn right onto Suitbertusstraße 14 m
3 Turn left onto Südwall 31 m
4 Continue slightly right onto Julius-Ambrunn-Straße 116 m
5 Turn left onto Willy-Brandt-Ring 255 m
6 Turn right onto Vestische Allee 216 m
7 Continue straight onto Marler Straße 5 km
8 Continue straight onto Dorstener Straße 2 km
9 Take ramp right 258 m
10 Merge slightly left 10 km
11 Take exit slightly right 681 m
12 Merge slightly left 22 km
13 Take exit slightly right 420 m

14 Keep slightly right 58 m
15 Turn straight onto Herner Straße 4 km
16 Turn slightly right onto Nordring 417 m
17 Continue straight onto Westring 490 m
18 Turn left onto Willy-Brandt-Platz 220 m
19 Arrive left onto Willy-Brandt-Platz

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The return trip from Bochum to Dorsten covers roughly the same distance, 43 km.

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How far is it from Dorsten to Bochum?: The distance between Dorsten and Bochum is 43 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Dorsten to Bochum?: The drive from Dorsten to Bochum takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Dorsten to Bochum?: The fastest route from Dorsten to Bochum covers 43 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Bochum from Dorsten?: Bochum lies roughly to the south-east of Dorsten.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Dorsten and Bochum?: Along the route from Dorsten to Bochum you can fill up at Westfalen (24/7), Shell (24/7), Autogas (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Dorsten and Bochum?: Along the route from Dorsten to Bochum you can stop for the night or service your van at Reisemobilhafen 'An der Lippe', Wohnmobilstellplatz Erlbruch, Premium Stellplatz "Glück Auf".
Where can I stop to rest between Dorsten and Bochum?: On the route from Dorsten to Bochum you can take a break at Schwerbehindertentoilette, Brinkfortsheide, rail and fresh.

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