What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Arras?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Arras is to bus which costs €23 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Arras?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Arras is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen station to Arras. However, there are services departing from Aachen station west and arriving at Arras via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Arras. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Hbf and arriving at Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Aachen to Arras?

The distance between Aachen and Arras is 315 km. The road distance is 271.5 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Arras without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Arras without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 32m and costs €55 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Arras?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Aachen to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Arras bus from?

Aachen to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Arras train from?

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

Train or bus from Aachen to Arras?

The best way to get from Aachen to Arras is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 32m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Aachen to Arras bus arrive?

Aachen to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Aachen to Arras train arrive?

Aachen to Arras train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Arras is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Aachen to Arras.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Arras?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aachen to Arras?

Book your Aachen to Arras bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Arras?

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Aachen to Arras - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aachen to Arras by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 32m
€59–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Lillebus 328 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Arrasbus 781
6h 55m
€24–45
Drive 271.5 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Arrascar 271.5 km
3h 3m
€43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Liège-Guilleminstrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Namurtrain L / ...
3. Take the train from Namur to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
7h 9m
€59–120

Aachen to Arras by train and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315.3 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Arras via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Rue De Tournai, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aachen station west to Arras via Lille in around 6h 55m.

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