What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 - €7 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne is to drive which takes 41 min and costs €9 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen (Station) 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 (Station) 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 53 min.

How far is it from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

The distance between Aachen (Station) and Cologne is 68 km. The road distance is 69 km.

How do I travel from Aachen (Station) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 51 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

The bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis takes 38 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Aachen (Station) to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aachen (Station) to Cologne train from?

Aachen (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aachen (Station) to Cologne is to bus which takes 51 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €55 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Aachen (Station) to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aachen (Station) to Cologne train arrive?

Aachen (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Aachen (Station) to Cologne?

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

Aachen (Station) to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
51 min
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Colognerideshare 69.3 km
1h 20m
€3–7
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
53 min
€11–55
Drive 69 km
1. Drive from Aachen (Station) to Colognecar 69 km
41 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen (Station) to Colognetaxi 69 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 (Station) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 67.6 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Aachen (Station), Germany and Cologne, Germany?

OrionBus operates a bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 53 min. Five other operators also service this route.

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