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Bottrop to Leverkusen by bus

Leverkusen lies 55 km (34 mi) south of Bottrop, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 1 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 67 km (42 mi) of road.

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BottropLeverkusen
CountryGermanyGermany
Population119,909162,738
Elevation55 m (180 ft)52 m (171 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Europe/Berlin)UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin)
Postal codes46236–4624451371–51381

Where to book buses from Bottrop to Leverkusen

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Staying in Leverkusen

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Common questions

How far is Leverkusen from Bottrop?

55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south of Bottrop; by road roughly 67 km (42 mi).

How long does it take to get from Bottrop to Leverkusen by bus?

About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Bottrop and Leverkusen?

No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.