Madrid to Bochum by bus
Bochum lies 1,489 km (925 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 26 h 57 min including stops, over roughly 1,816 km (1,129 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Bochum | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 385,729 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 102 m (335 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 44787–44894 |
What changes when you arrive in Bochum
Crossing from Spain into Germany: the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book buses from Madrid to Bochum
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Staying in Bochum
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Common questions
How far is Bochum from Madrid?
1,489 km (925 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,816 km (1,129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Bochum by bus?
About 26 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bochum?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bochum?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.