What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 - €7 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 37 min and costs €11 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen, Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Aachen, Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Aachen, Hbf and Cologne is 69 km. The road distance is 68.9 km.

How do I travel from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €11 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen, Hbf to Cologne bus from?

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where do I catch the Aachen, Hbf to Cologne train from?

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 37 min and costs €11 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 53 min.

Where does the Aachen, Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Aachen, Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen, Hbf to Cologne is 69 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen, Hbf and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Aachen, Hbf to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
37 min
€11–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Colognerideshare 69.3 km
1h 22m
€3–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
53 min
Drive 68.9 km
1. Drive from Aachen, Hbf to Colognecar 68.9 km
41 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen, Hbf to Colognetaxi 68.9 km
41 min
€160–200
Bus via Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbfbus Re9x / ...
1h 20m
€9–12

Aachen, Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 69.4 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Aachen, Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €12–55 and the journey takes 37 min. Five other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 38 min.

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