How far is it from Essen to Bochum?

The distance between Essen and Bochum is 11 mi by road.

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

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

The fastest route from Essen to Bochum covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 20 min.

Bochum lies roughly to the east of Essen.

Distance: 11 miDuration: 20 min

Driving from Essen to Bochum takes about 20 min via A 40. The distance is 11 mi. The straight-line distance is 10 mi. Driving directions

Driving directions14 · 11 mi

The return trip from Bochum to Essen covers roughly the same distance, 11 mi.

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 September 2026.

How far is it from Essen to Bochum?: The distance between Essen and Bochum is 11 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Essen to Bochum?: The drive from Essen to Bochum takes approximately 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Essen to Bochum?: The fastest route from Essen to Bochum covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 20 min.
Which direction is Bochum from Essen?: Bochum lies roughly to the east of Essen.